Virginia · Code of Virginia — Title 46.2, Motor Vehicles

Va. Code (Motor Vehicles) § 46.2-878.2: Maximum speed limits in certain residence districts of counties, cities, and towns; penalty

Infraction

What this law says, in plain English

Driving faster than the posted speed limit in residential areas is a traffic infraction punishable by a fine of $200, unless the driver completes 20 hours of community service.

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