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Virginia
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.
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Autonomous Vehicle Laws: Virginia
Authorizes AV testing with a human operator.
Bicycle Helmet Laws: Virginia
No bicycle helmet laws.
Motorcycle Helmet Laws: Virginia
Universal helmet law enacted 1970.
Sobriety Checkpoint Laws: Virginia
Checkpoints are conducted weekly. Their legality is upheld under state and federal Constitution.
Mature Driver Laws: Virginia
Length of Regular Renewal Cycle
8 years
Provisions for Mature Drivers
75 and over: renewal every 5 years in person with vision test (in person or physician report)
Speed Limit Laws: Virginia
Rural Interstates
| Cars (MPH) | Trucks (MPH) |
|---|---|
| 70 | 70 |
Urban Interstates
| Cars (MPH) | Trucks (MPH) |
|---|---|
| 70 | 70 |
Other Limited Access Roads
| Cars (MPH) | Trucks (MPH) |
|---|---|
| 65 | 65 |
Alcohol Impaired Driving Laws: Virginia
Penalties
| Increased Penalty for High BAC | Administrative License Suspension on First Offense | Limited Driving Privileges During Suspension | Vehicle and License Plate Sanctions |
|---|---|---|---|
| .15 and .20 | 7 days | Vehicle confiscation |
Ignition Interlocks
Mandatory for all convictions