Section 13.

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When a judgment or decree is reversed or affirmed by the supreme court of appeals, the reasons therefor shall be stated in writing and preserved with the records of the case.

Summary: Minor changes in grammar and comma usage.

Election Date: July 6, 1869

Votes For Ratification: 210585

Votes Against Ratification: 9136

Percent for Ratification: 96%

Percent Against Ratification: 4%

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Amendment Source: 1870 Virginia Constitution

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When a judgment or decree is reversed or affirmed by the supreme court of appeals, the reasons therefor shall be stated in writing, and preserved with the record of the case.

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Amendment Source: 1864 Virginia Constitution

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When a judgment or decree is reversed or affirmed by the supreme court of appeals, the reasons therefor shall be stated in writing, and preserved with the record of the case.

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Election Date: October 25, 1851

Votes For Ratification: 67562

Votes Against Ratification: 9933

Percent for Ratification: 87%

Percent Against Ratification: 13%

Notes: Election was held 10/23/1851-10/25/1851.

Amendment Source: 1851 Virginia Constitution

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