Virginia § 59.1-531 - Required disclosures
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 59.1-531 — Required disclosures, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 59.1-531. Required disclosures
A. Each gift certificate issued by a merchant in the Commonwealth that has an expiration date shall include either (i) a statement of the expiration date of the certificate or (ii) a telephone number or Internet address where the holder of the certificate may obtain information regarding the expiration date of the certificate.
B. Each gift certificate issued by a merchant in the Commonwealth that diminishes in value over time shall include a telephone number or Internet address where the holder of the certificate may obtain information regarding the diminution in the value of the certificate over time.
C. No gift certificate issued by a merchant in the Commonwealth shall impose a dormancy fee, an inactivity charge or fee, or a service fee, unless the gift certificate is distributed pursuant to an award, loyalty, or promotional program, and with respect to which there is no other money or value exchanged.
D. The information required by subsections A and B shall be clearly and permanently imprinted on the certificate.
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 59.1-531
What does Code of Virginia § 59.1-531 cover?
Section 59.1-531 ("Required disclosures") 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 § 59.1-531?
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