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Can you summarize VACV 18.2-186.3?
Identity theft; penalty; restitution; victim assistance
Short Summary
This section of the Code of Virginia governs identity theft. It prohibits any person from obtaining, recording, or accessing identifying information without authorization or permission, with the intent to defraud. Identifying information includes various personal data such as name, date of birth, social security number, driver’s license number, and more. Violations of this section are punishable as a Class 1 misdemeanor, but certain circumstances can lead to higher penalties, including felony charges. Restitution may be ordered by the court, and the Attorney General may provide assistance to victims in correcting inaccuracies or errors in their credit reports or other identifying information.
Whom does it apply to?
Any person who obtains, records, or accesses identifying information without authorization or permission, with the intent to defraud
What does it govern?
Identity theft
What are exemptions?
No exemptions are mentioned.
What are the Penalties?
Violations of this section are punishable as a Class 1 misdemeanor. Violations resulting in financial loss of $1,000 or more are punishable as a Class 6 felony. Second or subsequent convictions are punishable as a Class 6 felony. Violations involving five or more persons' identifying information are punishable as a Class 5 felony. Violations involving 50 or more persons' identifying information are punishable as a Class 4 felony. Violations resulting in the arrest and detention of the person whose identification documents or identifying information were used are punishable as a Class 5 felony.
Jurisdiction
Virginia