Virginia § 3.2-5713 - Penalties
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 3.2-5713 — Penalties, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3.2-5713. Penalties
A. Any person violating any provision of this chapter is guilty of a Class 1 misdemeanor, and may, in addition to or in lieu thereof, be assessed a civil penalty, as provided in § 3.2-5714.
B. Nothing in this chapter shall be construed as requiring the Commissioner to report, for the institution of proceedings under this chapter, minor violations of this chapter, whenever the Commissioner believes that the public interest will be adequately served in the circumstances by a suitable written notice of warning.
1992, c. 242, § 3.1-969.14; 2008, c. 860.
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 3.2-5713
What does Code of Virginia § 3.2-5713 cover?
Section 3.2-5713 ("Penalties") 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.
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