Virginia § 46.2-1583 - Definitions
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 46.2-1583 — Definitions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 46.2-1583. Definitions
As used in this article, unless the context requires a different meaning:
"Certificate of qualification" means a designation issued by the Board acknowledging that the individual has been certified by the Board as an independent dealer-operator pursuant to § 46.2-1511.
"Course" means a course of study leading to recertification for independent dealer-operators offered by correspondence, electronically, or in person.
"Course provider" or "provider" means any person or entity presenting or offering one or more recertification education courses.
"Exam" or "examination" means a test administered by the Board or the Department.
"Executive Director" means the Executive Director of the Board.
"Independent dealer-operator" means the individual who works at the established place of business of an independent motor vehicle dealer and who is responsible for and in charge of day-to-day operations of that place of business.
"Independent motor vehicle dealer" or "independent dealer" means a dealer in used motor vehicles that is not also licensed as a franchised motor vehicle dealer.
"Original application" means an application for an independent dealer-operator certificate of qualification from an applicant who has never been issued an independent dealer-operator certificate of qualification in Virginia or whose Virginia independent dealer-operator certificate of qualification has been expired for more than 60 days.
"Recertification" means completing the requirements of this article to recertify an independent dealer-operator certificate of qualification.
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 46.2-1583
What does Code of Virginia § 46.2-1583 cover?
Section 46.2-1583 ("Definitions") 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 § 46.2-1583?
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Is this the official text of Virginia law?
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