Virginia § 46.2-845 - Limitation on U-turns
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 46.2-845 — Limitation on U-turns, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 46.2-845. Limitation on U-turns
The driver of a vehicle within cities, towns or business districts of counties shall not turn his vehicle so as to proceed in the opposite direction except at an intersection.
No vehicle shall be turned so as to proceed in the opposite direction on any curve, or on the approach to or near the crest of a grade, where the vehicle cannot be seen by the driver of any other vehicle approaching from any direction within 500 feet.
Code 1950, § 46-230; 1958, c. 541, § 46.1-214; 1989, c. 727.
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 46.2-845
What does Code of Virginia § 46.2-845 cover?
Section 46.2-845 ("Limitation on U-turns") 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 § 46.2-845?
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Is this the official text of Virginia law?
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