Virginia § 46.2-677 - Self-propelled wheelchairs
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 46.2-677 — Self-propelled wheelchairs, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 46.2-677. Self-propelled wheelchairs
No person shall be required to obtain the registration certificate, license plates, or decals for or pay any registration fee for any self-propelled wheelchair or self-propelled wheelchair conveyance provided it is:
1. Operated by a person who is capable of operating it properly and safely but who, by reason of physical disability, is otherwise unable to move about as a pedestrian; and
2. Not operated on a public highway in this Commonwealth except to the extent necessary to cross the highway.
1973, c. 194, § 46.1-45.2; 1980, c. 37; 1986, c. 220; 1987, cc. 151, 342, 388; 1989, c. 727; 2016, c. 142.
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 46.2-677
What does Code of Virginia § 46.2-677 cover?
Section 46.2-677 ("Self-propelled wheelchairs") 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 § 46.2-677?
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How does Virginia § 46.2-677 apply to my situation?
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