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Virginia Identity Theft Laws
More Information on Identity Theft Laws
| Code Section | Va. Code Ann. §18.2-186.3 (Michie 2001) |
| Classification of Crime/Penalties | Loss up to $200: class 1 misdemeanor; second violation or loss of more than $200: class 6 felony; if violation results in arrest and detention of person whose identification documents or information were used to avoid summons, arrest, prosecution, or to impede a criminal investigation: class 6 felony In addition to other punishment, court shall order perpetrator to make restitution to victim as the court deems appropriate, including victim's expenses in correcting credit report or other records |
| Who May Prosecute | Any prosecuting authority |
| Exemptions to Identity Theft Laws | - |
| Civil Lawsuit Allowed? | - |
| Civil Remedies Available | - |
| Misc. | Attorney General may assist victim to obtain information necessary to correct victim's credit report or other records, if such assistance is requested |
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