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The Virginia Code invites Virginia counties, cities and towns to adopt ordinances that do not conflict with the state statutes above. Some of the local ordinances that deal with littering include:

• Litter on private property - In Virginia Beach there is an ordinance that mandates owners and occupants shall
  keep their land in a clean and litter-free condition. This law does not apply to storage of refuse or litter in authorized
  receptacles or containers for collection. Violation of this ordinance is a class one misdemeanor.
• Spitting – In Norfolk, it is a class 4 misdemeanor ($250 fine) if you spit, expectorate, or deposit any sputum,
  saliva, mucus, or any form of sputum on the floor, stairways or any part of any public building or place where the
  public assembles, or on any part of any public street, alley or lane.
• Throwing lighted cigars or cigarettes – In Norfolk, it is a class 4 misdemeanor if you throw, or cause to be
  thrown, lighted cigars, cigarettes or any other article of any kind from any building or structure, causing the same
  to fall on any awning or person, or on the public streets, sidewalks or alleys.

If you see someone litter and you want to report the violation, you should be aware that it will be necessary for you to go to court and testify in person against the alleged violator. If you still want to report the violation, follow these steps:

1. Write down a description of the person who you saw commit the offense, a description of the automobile or truck, and the license plate number. You should also write down the exact time, date and location of the offense.
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