Virginia § 59.1-266 - Prohibited acts
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 59.1-266 — Prohibited acts, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 59.1-266. Prohibited acts
No business opportunity seller shall:
1. Represent that the business opportunity provides income or earning potential of any kind unless the seller has documented data to substantiate the claims of income or earning potential and discloses such data to the prospective purchaser at the time such representations are made; or
2. Use the trademark, service mark, trade names, logotype, advertising or other commercial symbol of any business which does not either control the ownership interest in the seller or is not legally obligated for all representations made by the seller in regard to the business opportunity, unless it is clear from the circumstances that the owner of the commercial symbol is not involved in the sale of the business opportunity; or
3. Make or authorize the making of any reference to its compliance with this chapter in any advertisement or other contact with prospective purchasers.
1979, c. 523.
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 59.1-266
What does Code of Virginia § 59.1-266 cover?
Section 59.1-266 ("Prohibited acts") 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 § 59.1-266?
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Is this the official text of Virginia law?
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How does Virginia § 59.1-266 apply to my situation?
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