GHSA maintains data on state laws surrounding a number of highway safety issues. Below is information regarding laws in the Virgin Islands. For more information, consult the State Highway Safety Office.
| Increased Penalty for High BAC | Administrative License Suspension on First Offense | Limited Driving Privileges During Suspension | Vehicle and License Plate Sanctions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Variable | Yes | Revoke license plate |
N/A
| Open Container Laws | Repeat Offender Laws | Alcohol Exclusion Laws Limiting Treatment |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Yes | No |
Bicycle helmets required for all riders.
5 yrs or under
3 yrs or over
$25 to $250
Yes. Primary law.
No
No
All drivers. Primary law.
Universal helmet law.
Primary
All riders
Front
$25 to $250
Checkpoints are conducted monthly and during national mobilizations and local festivals and carnivals.
Limited
Beginning or end or highway
Driver or registered owner
Photo; electronic image
$25 or 2 to 12 points
Limited
Beginning or end of highway
Driver or registered owner
Photo; electronic image
$25 or 2 to 12 points
| Cars (MPH) | Trucks (MPH) |
|---|---|
| 40 | 40 |
| Cars (MPH) | Trucks (MPH) |
|---|---|
| 55 | 55 |
| Cars (MPH) | Trucks (MPH) |
|---|---|
| 20 | 20 |
No GDL law
Speeding
No data
No data
No data
