Description: A section of the Virginia Securities Act that aims to create consistency in securities regulations, following national standards and allowing the state to enforce its laws effectively.

Scope: It provides comprehensive investor protection through registration and compliance requirements for both public and private securities transactions, enforcing transparency and fair practices.

Description: Regulates investment advisers within the state to ensure they act in the best interest of their clients. It requires registration and compliance with ethical standards and disclosure requirements.

Scope: This law protects investors by requiring investment advisers to act in good faith, ensuring full disclosure and ethical behavior.

Description: Regulates the sale of business opportunities and franchises in Virginia to prevent fraud and protect investors involved in the purchase of such opportunities.

Scope: Protects potential investors from unscrupulous practices in the sale of business opportunities and franchise offerings, ensuring that all necessary disclosures are made.

Description: Allows small businesses in Virginia to raise capital through crowdfunding, subject to limits on investment amounts and requirements for transparency and investor protection.

Scope: The law is designed to encourage investment in startups and small businesses, while ensuring that investors are well-informed and that companies comply with appropriate regulatory standards.

Description: Regulates the offer and sale of securities in Virginia, requiring registration, providing anti-fraud provisions, and protecting investors through clear disclosures and transparency.

Scope: This law ensures that companies must meet disclosure requirements and protect investors from misleading information or fraudulent activities during securities transactions.