Title 59.1. Trade and Commerce
Chapter 17.1:1. Motor Vehicle Glass Act
§ 59.1-207.6:2. Definitions.
As used in this chapter, unless the context requires a different meaning:
"Advanced driver assistance system" means any motor vehicle electronic safety system, as outlined in the most recent version of SAE International's SAE J3016 Levels of Driving Automation, that is designed to support the driver and motor vehicle in a manner intended to:
1. Increase motor vehicle safety; and
2. Reduce losses associated with motor vehicle crashes.
"Customer" means a person who provides consideration to a motor vehicle glass repair shop for the repair or replacement of damaged motor vehicle glass.
"Motor vehicle" means the same as that term is defined in § 59.1-207.2.
"Motor vehicle glass" means the glass and non-glass parts associated with the replacement of the glass used in the windshield, doors, or windows of a motor vehicle in the Commonwealth.
"Motor vehicle glass repair shop" means any person, including the person's employees and agents, that for consideration engages in the repair or replacement of damaged motor vehicle glass.
"Notice" means a direct written communication, including verifiable text, email, or APP-based messaging, that is easily accessible by the consumer.
"Repair or replacement of damaged motor vehicle glass" includes (i) inspecting, repairing, restoring, or replacing damaged motor vehicle glass and (ii) calibrating or recalibrating an advanced driver assistance system when an incident requires the replacement of damaged motor vehicle glass.
