Virginia § 46.2-803 - Keep to the right in crossing intersections or railroads
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 46.2-803 — Keep to the right in crossing intersections or railroads, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 46.2-803. Keep to the right in crossing intersections or railroads
Except as otherwise provided by law, when crossing an intersection of highways or the intersection of a highway by a railroad right-of-way, the driver of a vehicle shall drive on the right half of the roadway unless it is obstructed or impassable. When crossing an intersection of highways, however, the driver of a vehicle may overtake or pass another vehicle in the intersection if such intersection is designated and marked as a passing zone.
Code 1950, § 46-221; 1958, c. 541, § 46.1-205; 1972, c. 369; 1978, c. 27; 1989, c. 727.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 46.2-803
What does Code of Virginia § 46.2-803 cover?
Section 46.2-803 ("Keep to the right in crossing intersections or railroads") 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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