Section 10. Definitions

The following words and terms, when used in this chapter, shall have the following meaning unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:

"Commercial solicitation" means any recurring appeal sponsored by a profit-making enterprise for delivery of goods or services in exchange for money. Solicitations to raise funds for nonprofit groups, such as the Girl Scouts or schools, have a community service purpose, and are not considered a commercial solicitation.

"Informational solicitation" means an appeal whose aim is to provide entertainment, facilitate community service, or promote civic responsibilities. Examples include blood drives and voter registration.

"Official state business" means activities held to accomplish, or facilitate the accomplishment of, assigned duties or responsibilities established by law, regulation, or the management of a governmental entity.

"State employee association" means any nonprofit organization with voluntary membership that provides programs and services of general benefit to employees within the context of their employment. An example is the Employees Benefit Association.

"Trespassing" means an act of unwanted or unlawful entry upon the property of another.

"VDOT buildings and grounds" means any physical property or real estate under the control of the Virginia Department of Transportation.

Historical Notes

Derived from Volume 12, Issue 11, eff. March 20, 1996.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.