Virginia · Code of Virginia — Title 46.2, Motor Vehicles
Va. Code (Motor Vehicles) § 46.2-818.1: Opening and closing motor vehicle doors; penalty
What this law says, in plain English
An operator cannot open a parked vehicle door toward moving traffic unless safe to do so. Violation is a traffic infraction with a maximum fine of $50 and no demerit points.
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