Virginia law allows courts to order restitution for certain violations, requiring convicted individuals to compensate victims. Additionally, electronic communication service providers can seek damages and injunctive relief for violations, especially those committed for commercial gain, with provisions for increased penalties. Repealed sections are noted but no longer in effect.
Courts may order restitution for violations of specific offenses, such as those related to credit card or electronic communication violations, requiring convicted individuals to compensate victims.
Yes, providers can seek injunctive relief, damages, including attorney's fees, and may recover up to $500 or actual damages, with increased penalties if violations are for commercial gain.
The award can be increased up to three times the actual damages or $1,500 per unlawful device involved, whichever is greater.
No, restitution applies specifically to certain violations, such as those related to credit cards or electronic communications, as authorized by law.