Virginia § 13.1-516 - Misleading filings
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 13.1-516 — Misleading filings, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13.1-516. Misleading filings
It shall be unlawful for any person willfully to make or cause to be made, in any document filed with the Commission or in any proceeding under this chapter, any statement which is, at the time and in the light of the circumstances in which it is made, false or misleading in any material respect.
1956, c. 428.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 13.1-516
What does Code of Virginia § 13.1-516 cover?
Section 13.1-516 ("Misleading filings") is part of the Code of Virginia, the codified statutory law of Virginia. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Virginia § 13.1-516?
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