Virginia law prohibits the transmission of unsolicited commercial electronic mail (spam) with specific provisions penalizing falsification of transmission information and the sale of related software. Violations involving large volumes or significant revenue can result in felony charges. The law also criminalizes employing minors to assist in spam transmission.
Spam refers to unsolicited commercial electronic mail sent without recipient consent, especially in large volumes or with revenue exceeding set thresholds.
Sending large-scale spam exceeding specific volume or revenue thresholds can lead to a Class 6 felony charge in Virginia.
Yes, selling or distributing software primarily designed to enable falsification of email transmission information is a Class 1 misdemeanor.
No, knowingly employing minors to assist in spam transmission violations can result in a Class 6 felony in Virginia.