Virginia Code 58.1-4127: Fraudulent use of credential; penalty
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Any person other than the lawful holder thereof who has in his possession any credential, license, or permit issued by the Department, or any person who has in his possession any forged or simulated credential, license, or permit of the Department, and who uses such credential, license, or permit for the purposes of misrepresentation, fraud, or touting, is guilty of a Class 4 felony.
Attorney's Note
Under the Virginia Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class 4 felony | 2 to 10 years | up to $100,000 |
Terms Used In Virginia Code 58.1-4127
- Casino gaming establishment: means the premises, including the entire property located at the address of the licensed casino, upon which lawful casino gaming is authorized and licensed as provided in this chapter. See Virginia Code 58.1-4100
- Department: means the independent agency responsible for the administration of the Virginia Lottery created in the Virginia Lottery Law (§ 58. See Virginia Code 58.1-4100
- Fraud: Intentional deception resulting in injury to another.
- Person: means an individual, partnership, joint venture, association, limited liability company, stock corporation, or nonstock corporation and includes any person that directly or indirectly controls or is under common control with another person. See Virginia Code 58.1-4100
Any credential, license, or permit issued by the Department, if used by the holder thereof for a purpose other than identification and in the performance of legitimate duties in a casino gaming establishment, shall be automatically revoked.