Enforcement
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What it requires
Vests exclusive enforcement authority in the Virginia Attorney General and denies a private right of action for consumers. Requires a 30-day notice and cure period before initiating actions, and allows civil penalties of up to $7,500 per violation and recovery of reasonable investigative expenses.
Legal text (excerpt)
The Attorney General shall have exclusive authority to enforce the provisions of this chapter. [...] Prior to initiating any action under this chapter, the Attorney General shall provide a controller or processor 30 days' written notice identifying the specific provisions of this chapter the Attorney General alleges have been or are being violated.
Primary source
Virginia Office of the Attorney General: § 59.1-584: Enforcement ↗Legal notice: This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. The legal text excerpt is reproduced from official public sources and is current as of the stated effective date. Laws change: verify against the authoritative source and consult a licensed attorney for compliance guidance.