Virginia law sections 18.2-197 and 18.2-198 address crimes related to the fraudulent receipt of goods and services and the illegal acquisition of discounted transportation tickets. Section 18.2-197 makes it a crime to knowingly receive goods or services obtained through fraud, with penalties depending on the value involved. Section 18.2-198 targets individuals who obtain transportation tickets at a discount through illegal means, presuming knowledge of the violation if proper inquiry is not made.
It involves knowingly receiving money, goods, or services obtained through fraud, with penalties based on the total value received within six months.
If the value is less than $1,000, it is a Class 1 misdemeanor; if $1,000 or more, it is a Class 6 felony.
Obtaining tickets from unauthorized sources without proper inquiry is presumed to be a violation, leading to criminal charges.
It defines the illegal means of obtaining goods, services, or tickets, which are central to establishing criminal liability under these statutes.