§ 29.1-800. Short title

The short title of this chapter is “Virginia Watercraft Dealer Licensing Act.” 1988, c. 592.

§ 29.1-801. Definitions

Unless the context otherwise requires, the following words and terms for the purpose of this chapter shall have the following meanings: “Certificate of origin” means the document provided by the manufacturer of a new watercraft, or its distributor, which is the only valid indication of ownership between the manufacturer, its distributor, its franchised new watercraft […]

§ 29.1-802. General powers of Board

The Board shall promote the interest of the retail buyers of watercraft. The Board may prevent unfair methods of competition and unfair or deceptive acts or practices. 1988, c. 592.

§ 29.1-803. Powers with respect to hearings, legal proceedings, witnesses, etc.

The Director may, in hearings arising under this chapter, determine the place in the Commonwealth where they shall be held; subpoena witnesses; take depositions of witnesses residing without the Commonwealth in the manner provided for in civil actions in courts of record; pay such witnesses the fees and mileage for their attendance as is provided […]

§ 29.1-804. Suit to enjoin violations

The Director may, whenever he shall believe from evidence submitted to him that any person has been or is violating any provision of this chapter, in addition to any other remedy, bring action in the name of the Commonwealth against such person and any other persons concerned or in any other way participating in, or […]

§ 29.1-805. Regulations

The Board may make such regulations requiring persons licensed under this chapter to keep and maintain records reasonably required for the enforcement of this chapter, and such other regulations, not inconsistent with the provisions of this chapter, as it shall deem necessary or proper for the effective administration and enforcement of this chapter. A copy […]

§ 29.1-806. Examination or audit of licensee; complaints; costs

A. The Director may inspect the pertinent books, records, letters and contracts of a licensee relating to any written complaint for a violation of this chapter made to him against such licensee. If such licensee is found to have violated this chapter or any lawful order of the Director, the actual cost of such examination […]

§ 29.1-807. Penalties

Any person violating any of the provisions of this chapter shall be guilty of a Class 3 misdemeanor. 1988, c. 592.