Virginia law § 18.2-195.2 criminalizes making false written statements to obtain a credit card, with penalties ranging from misdemeanors to grand larceny depending on the value obtained. It distinguishes between false statements made in general and those made in response to unsolicited requests. The law also defines what constitutes 'in writing' in electronic formats.
A false statement involves knowingly providing false information in writing about financial condition or ability to pay, whether directly or through electronic means, to obtain a credit card.
Penalties range from a Class 4 misdemeanor if made in response to unsolicited requests, to grand larceny if the value obtained is $1,000 or more, and petit larceny if less.
Yes, electronic transmissions such as email, internet, or computer data are considered 'in writing' under Virginia law for this offense.
A Class 1 misdemeanor involves making false statements to procure a credit card, while a Class 4 misdemeanor applies if the false statement is made in response to an unsolicited written solicitation.