Virginia § 58.1-1901 - Civil penalties
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 58.1-1901 — Civil penalties, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 58.1-1901. Civil penalties
Any employer, or any officer or agent of the employer, that fails to properly classify an individual as an employee in accordance with § 58.1-1900 for purposes of this title, Title 40.1, Title 60.2, or Title 65.2 and fails to pay taxes, benefits, or other contributions required to be paid with respect to an employee shall, upon notice by the Department to the affected party, be subject to a civil penalty of up to $1,000 per misclassified individual for a first offense, up to $2,500 per misclassified individual for a second offense, and up to $5,000 per misclassified individual for a third or subsequent offense. Each civil penalty assessed under this chapter shall be paid into the general fund.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 58.1-1901
What does Code of Virginia § 58.1-1901 cover?
Section 58.1-1901 ("Civil 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.
How do I cite Virginia § 58.1-1901?
A common citation format is "Code of Virginia § 58.1-1901" (Virginia). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Virginia law?
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How does Virginia § 58.1-1901 apply to my situation?
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