Virginia § 46.2-1019 - Spotlights
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 46.2-1019 — Spotlights, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 46.2-1019. Spotlights
Any motor vehicle or motorcycle may be equipped with one or two spotlights which, when lighted, shall be aimed and used so that no portion of the beam will be directed to the left of the center of the highway at any time or more than 100 feet ahead of the vehicle. Any such lights shall be of a type approved by the Superintendent. No such spotlights shall be used in conjunction with or as a substitute for required head lights, except in case of emergency.
Code 1950, § 46-272; 1954, c. 58; 1958, c. 541, § 46.1-266; 1989, c. 727.
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 46.2-1019
What does Code of Virginia § 46.2-1019 cover?
Section 46.2-1019 ("Spotlights") is part of the Code of Virginia, the codified statutory law of Virginia. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Virginia § 46.2-1019?
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Is this the official text of Virginia law?
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