The County respects people's rights to assemble. What type of behavior is unlawful?

The County always recommends that you are courteous and use good manners. Participants may not threaten or use violence. Title 182, Chapter 9, Article 1 of the Code of Virginia sets forth Virginia's criminal code regarding riot and unlawful assembly. The following actions would violate the law:

Please be sure that all trash and rubbish is properly disposed of during and following your event. There should be no unlawful disposal of trash on a public road or on a neighboring property. (Section 13-13, Roanoke County Ordinance). The Police Department will enforce any court orders and violations of law as required by the Code of Virginia.

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1. Do private citizens need a permit to demonstrate in opposition/support of the pipeline project?
2. Where can people demonstrate peacefully in Roanoke County?
3. The County respects people's rights to assemble. What type of behavior is unlawful?