Virginia Code 9.1-147: Unlawful conduct generally; penalty
A. It shall be unlawful for any person to:
Attorney's Note
Under the Virginia Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class 6 felony | up to 5 years | up to $2,500 |
| Class 1 misdemeanor | up to 12 months | up to $2,500 |
Terms Used In Virginia Code 9.1-147
- Certification: means the method of regulation indicating that qualified persons have met the minimum requirements as private security services training schools, private security services instructors, compliance agents, or certified detector canine handler examiners. See Virginia Code 9.1-138
- Department: means the Department of Criminal Justice Services. See Virginia Code 9.1-101
- Registration: means a method of regulation whereby certain personnel employed by a private security services business are required to register with the Department pursuant to this article. See Virginia Code 9.1-138
- Statute: A law passed by a legislature.
1. Practice any trade or profession licensed, certified or registered under this article without obtaining the necessary license, certification or registration required by statute or regulation;
2. Materially misrepresent facts in an application for licensure, certification or registration;
3. Willfully refuse to furnish the Department information or records required or requested pursuant to statute or regulation; and
4. Violate any statute or regulation governing the practice of the private security services businesses or training schools regulated by this article.
B. Any person who is convicted of willful violation of subsection A shall be guilty of a Class 1 misdemeanor. Any person convicted of a third or subsequent offense under this section during a thirty-six-month period shall be guilty of a Class 6 felony.