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Va. Code Ann. § 20-156 Definitions
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As used in this chapter unless the context requires a different meaning: "Assisted conception" means a pregnancy resulting from any intervening medical technology, whether in vivo or in vitro, which completely or partially replaces sexual intercourse as the means of conception. S…
Va. Code Ann. § 20-157 Virginia law to control
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The provisions of this chapter shall control, without exception, in any action brought in the courts of this Commonwealth to enforce or adjudicate any rights or responsibilities arising under this chapter.
Va. Code Ann. § 20-158 Parentage of child resulting from assisted conception
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A. Determination of parentage, generally. — Except as provided in subsections B, C, D, and E, the parentage of any child resulting from the performance of assisted conception shall be determined as follows: 1. The gestational mother of a child is the child's mother. 2. The spouse…
Va. Code Ann. § 20-159 Surrogacy contracts permissible
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A. A surrogate, her spouse, if any, and the prospective intended parent may enter into a written agreement whereby the surrogate may relinquish all her rights and duties as parent of a child conceived through assisted conception, and the prospective intended parent may become the…