There shall be elected by the qualified voters of the city one high constable, who
shall hold his office for the term of four years and until his successor be elected
and qualified, unless sooner removed. Said high constable shall keep his office in
some convenient place in the city, and shall have the same powers and duties and be
subject to the same penalties as are prescribed by law for the constables, and shall
further perform such other duties as may be prescribed by the ordinances of the city,
for which duties his compensation shall be fixed by the council. He may be appointed
as clerk of the municipal civil court.
State Law reference—
Salary, Code of Virginia, § 14.1-136 et seq.
