Virginia Decodedhttps://vacode.org6828554.1-4103Prohibited purchases202554.1-4109Professions and OccupationsOccupations Regulated by Local Governing BodiesPrecious Metals Dealers

A. No dealer shall purchase precious metals or gems from any seller who is under the age of eighteen.

B. No dealer shall purchase precious metals or gems from any seller who the dealer believes or has reason to believe is not the owner of such items, unless the seller has written and duly authenticated authorization from the owner permitting and directing such sale.

1981, c. 581, § 54-859.18; 1988, c. 765.