GHSA maintains data on state laws surrounding a number of highway safety issues. Below is information regarding laws in the state of Virginia. For more information, consult the State Highway Safety Office.
A number of factors may be contributing to high numbers of pedestrian deaths in communities nationwide. GHSA's Kara Macek discusses, pointing out that while vehicles have gotten safer, pedestrians remain as vulnerable as ever.
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Authorizes AV testing with a human operator.
No bicycle helmet laws.
Universal helmet law enacted 1970.
Checkpoints are conducted weekly. Their legality is upheld under state and federal Constitution.
8 years
75 and over: renewal every 5 years in person with vision test (in person or physician report)
| Cars (MPH) | Trucks (MPH) |
|---|---|
| 70 | 70 |
| Cars (MPH) | Trucks (MPH) |
|---|---|
| 70 | 70 |
| Cars (MPH) | Trucks (MPH) |
|---|---|
| 65 | 65 |
