Some of
you may have received a VA Uniform Summons to traffic court in Isle of
Wight County from one of our officers in the Smithfield Police
Department. Below, we have listed some of the more common traffic
infractions so that you can read the Code, and be familiar with the law
you may have been charged with violating.
We believe that knowledge
is power. By familiarizing you with the law, you will be more
empowered to comply with the law. We know that it can be
frustrating to be summonsed for a traffic infraction you simply may not
have understood, like when to use your turn signal, how to properly
secure a child in a safety seat, or what constitutes a proper stop at a
stop sign. Together, we can prevent future occurrences of these
infractions.
Operator's License
§ 46.2-324. Applicants and license holders to notify Department of
change of address; fee.
§ 46.2-330. Expiration and renewal of licenses; examinations
required.
Signaling and Turning
§ 46.2-848. Signals required on backing, stopping, or turning.
§ 46.2-849. How signals given.
§ 46.2-851. Signals prior to moving standing vehicles into traffic.
Passing
§ 46.2-854. Passing on or at the crest of a grade or on a curve.
§ 46.2-859. Passing a stopped school bus; prima facie
evidence.
Speeding
§ 46.2-873. Maximum speed limits at school crossings;
penalty.
§ 46.2-874. Maximum speed limit in business and residence
districts.
§ 46.2-875. Maximum speed limit on certain other highways in
cities and towns.
§ 46.2-878.2. Maximum speed limits in certain residence
districts of counties, cities, and towns; penalty.
Improper Stopping
§ 46.2-888. Stopping on highways; general rule.
§ 46.2-893. Stopping on highways to discharge cargo or passengers;
school buses.
Seat Belts
§ 46.2-1094. Occupants of front seats of motor vehicles required to
use safety lap belts and shoulder harnesses; penalty.
§ 46.2-1095. Child restraint devices required when transporting
certain children; safety belts for other children less than
sixteen years old required; penalty.
Vehicle Inspection
§ 46.2-1157. Requirement of inspection; well-drilling
machinery, antique motor vehicle or antique trailer excepted.
