Virginia § 59.1-522 - Owner or operator duty to post
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 59.1-522 — Owner or operator duty to post, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 59.1-522. Owner or operator duty to post
A. The owner or operator shall post signs stating "State law requires riders to obey all warnings and directions and behave in a manner that will not cause or contribute to injuring themselves or others. Riders shall report all injuries before leaving."
B. Such signs shall be posted at (i) any station designated for reporting an injury, (ii) any first aid station, and (iii) every entrance or exit to or from the premises designated for riders or any area or structure at which riders may purchase admission or obtain authority to use an amusement device.
2002, c. 788.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 59.1-522
What does Code of Virginia § 59.1-522 cover?
Section 59.1-522 ("Owner or operator duty to post") 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 § 59.1-522?
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