Virginia § 46.2-1154 - Length of vehicles; exceptions in case of breakdown
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 46.2-1154 — Length of vehicles; exceptions in case of breakdown, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 46.2-1154. Length of vehicles; exceptions in case of breakdown
The provisions of § 46.2-1118 shall not apply to vehicles which, because of a mechanical breakdown or an accident, are towed to the nearest repair facility which can furnish the required service. In any such case such connection may consist solely of a chain, rope, or cable of no more than fifteen feet long. A licensed driver shall be at the controls of the towed vehicle to brake, steer and control its lights.
Code 1950, § 46-333; 1958, c. 541, § 46.1-337; 1989, c. 727.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 46.2-1154
What does Code of Virginia § 46.2-1154 cover?
Section 46.2-1154 ("Length of vehicles; exceptions in case of breakdown") 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.
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