Virginia · Code of Virginia — Title 46.2, Motor Vehicles

Va. Code (Motor Vehicles) § 46.2-910: Motorcycle and autocycle operators to wear helmets, etc.; certain sales prohibited; penalty

Misdemeanor

What this law says, in plain English

Motorcycle and autocycle operators and passengers must wear approved protective helmets and eye protection while operating vehicles, with limited exceptions. Selling non-compliant helmets is a Class 4 misdemeanor.

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