West Virginia · West Virginia Code — Chapter 17C, Traffic Regulations
W. Va. Code (Traffic) § 17C-6-11: Special speed limitations when meeting or overtaking waste service vehicles; penalty
What this law says, in plain English
Drivers must not exceed 15 mph when meeting or passing a stopped waste service vehicle displaying warning signals under specified conditions. Violation is a misdemeanor with fines of $100–$300, or $300–$1,000 and/or up to one year jail if speed exceeded limit by 15+ mph or caused injury/death.
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