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The Board of Social Work at the Virginia Department of Health Professions regulates the following professions and occupations: Registered Social Workers, Associate Social Workers, Licensed Social Workers and Licensed Clinical Social Workers. Automated License Verification: 804-270-6836

The Virginia Division of Securities and Retail Franchising is responsible for the regulation of securities, broker-dealers, broker-dealer agents, investment advisers and their representatives. It is also responsible for the registration of franchises and trademarks in Virginia. The Division answers inquiries, provides investor education programs, handles complaints, performs audits, and conducts investigations regarding code violations relating to Securities and Retail Franchising.

The Board of Psychology at the Virginia Department of Health Professions regulates the following professions and occupations: School Psychologists, Clinical Psychologists, Applied Psychologists, Sex Offender Treatment Providers. The complaint line should be called to file a complaint or to report possible violations by a Virginia health care provider. Automated License Verification: 804-270-6836

Provides residents with comprehensive environmental health services such as food, water and building inspection, sewage disposal, septic and well permits. public food permits, regulation of public food establishments, tourist establishment sanitation and restaurant applications. Investigates reports of food illnesses, working with businesses and citizens to educate and correct deficiencies. Also investigates reports of raw sewage or other reports of ground water contamination. ACCESSIBILITY: Necessary to negotiate steps. Adjacent off-street parking. Front entrance passenger loading zone. Passenger elevator available.

The Board of Counseling at the Virginia Department of Health Professions regulates the following professions and occupations: Professional Counselors, Certified Substance Abuse Counselors, Rehabilitation Providers, Marriage and Family Therapists. Automated License Verification: 804-270-6836 Alternate Email: [email protected]

The Common Interest Community Board regulates common interest community managers, as well as certain employees of licensed management firms. The Board's authority also includes condominium and time-share project registrations, and extends to transactions occurring within Virginia, even if the property involved is located outside the Commonwealth. Property owner, condominium, and cooperative associations are required to file annual reports with the Board.

Virginia registered motor vehicles, trailers, semi trailers must be inspected annually. For questions regarding the vehicle safety inspections, https://vsp.virginia.gov/safety-and-enforcement/vehicle-safety-inspection.

The Cemetery Board regulates for-profit cemeteries that offer perpetual care services or pre-need burial contracts, and that are required to maintain trust fund accounts. Cemeteries owned and operated by churches, the state, and all counties, cities, and towns are exempt from licensure and the board's jurisdiction. Additional exemptions are given to certain non-profit, association and family cemeteries.

Provides residents with comprehensive environmental health services such as food, water and building inspection, sewage disposal, septic and well permits, public food permits, regulation of public food establishments, tourist establishment sanitation and restaurant applications. Investigates reports of food illnesses, working with businesses and citizens to educate and correct deficiencies. Also investigates reports of raw sewage or other reports of ground water contamination.

The Division of Utility and Railroad Safety assists the SCC's three Commissioners in administering safety programs involving underground utility damage prevention, jurisdictional natural gas and hazardous liquid pipeline facilities, and railroads.

The Real Estate Board licenses salespersons, brokers, and firms representing others in property transactions. The Board also administers the Real Estate Transaction Recovery Act, which provides relief to eligible consumers who have incurred losses through the improper and dishonest conduct of a licensed real estate professional. Filing a claim does not guarantee payment.

The Board for Hearing Aid Specialists and Opticians licenses:(1) individuals who test and fit hearing aids and (2) individuals who fit and sell prescription glasses and contact lenses.

The Motor Vehicle Dealer Board will administer sections of the Commonwealth's Motor Vehicle Dealer Laws and Regulations as charged; promote the best interests of both the automotive consumer and dealer body; and process all motor vehicle related complaints promptly and professionally, while providing a high level of customer service.

The Board for Branch Pilots licenses the pilots responsible for safe passage of ships in Virginia's major shipping lanes and waterways. The Circuit Courts of Hampton, Norfolk, and Portsmouth appoint individuals to the nine-member Board.

This agency is the professional licensing and disciplinary body for all attorneys practicing in the State of Virginia. Will also help persons trying to locate a specific Virginia Attorney. Send all inquiries for specific biographical information or on legal malpractice insurance information here.

The Division of Public Utility Regulation (PUR) provides support to the Commission in its regulation of Virginia's investor-owned electric, natural gas, water and sewer utilities, member-owned electric cooperatives, and the telecommunications industry. Its chief function is supporting the Commission in its goal to ensure Virginia consumers receive adequate utility services at just and reasonable rates.

The Board of Funeral Home Directors & Embalmers at the Virginia Department of Health Professions regulates the following professions and occupations that fall under this board only: Funeral Establishments, Funeral Services Providers, Funeral Directors, Funeral Embalmers, Funeral Trainees, Surface Transportation and Removal Services. Automated Licenses Verification: 804-270-6836

The Board of Nursing at the Virginia Department of Health Professions regulates the following professions and occupations: Registered Nurse, Licensed Nurse Practitioner, Licensed Practical Nurse, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Certified Massage Therapist, Certified Nurse Aide. Automated Licensing Verification: (804)270-6836.

Provides residents with comprehensive environmental health services such as food, water and building inspection, sewage disposal, septic and well permits, public food permits, regulation of public food establishments, tourist establishment sanitation and restaurant applications. Investigates reports of food illnesses, working with businesses and citizens to educate and correct deficiencies. Also investigates reports of raw sewage or other reports of ground water contamination.

The Board of Veterinary Medicine at the Virginia Department of Health Professions regulates Veterinary Technicians, Veterinarians, and Veterinary Establishments. For Licensing: (804) 367-4497 All other questions: (804) 367-4468 Automated License Verification: 804-270-6836

The Office of the Common Interest Community Ombudsman offers assistance and information to association members regarding the rights and processes available to them through their associations. WHAT CAN THE OMBUDSMAN DO *Assist members in understanding and exercising their rights in resolving issues with their common interest community associations (condominiums, property owners' associations, and cooperatives). *Issue non-binding explanations (not interpretations) of laws and regulations governing Associations. *Offer referrals to alternative dispute resolution services. *Assist members in using the procedures and processes available to them in their association to resolve conflicts within the community. *Receive complaints concerning timeshares, and refer potential violations of timeshare law or regulations to the Common Interest Community Board for further action as warranted. *Receive "notices of final adverse decisions" from individuals who believe an Association violated common interest community laws or regulations. WHAT CAN'T THE OMBUDSMAN DO *Offer legal advice or interpretation. *Interpret Association documents such as governing documents, bylaws, etc.

Regulates certified public accountants in Virginia through a program of examination, licensure for individuals and firms, consumer protection with enforcement, continuing professional education audits, and peer review oversight.

Inspects all public eating establishments, (including school cafeteria) to ensure compliance with Virginia's sanitation code. Investigates food borne disease reports.

The Polygraph Examiners Advisory Board licenses individuals who administer and interpret tests designed to detect deception or verify truth. The Advisory Board is comprised of three licensed polygraph examiners employed by Virginia law enforcement agencies, three licensed polygraph examiners employed in private industry, and two citizen members.

The Board for Waste Management Facility Operators establishes training criteria, approves training providers, and licenses qualified individuals who manage waste facilities in the Commonwealth.