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1996 SESSION


CHAPTER 172
An Act to amend the Code of Virginia by adding a section numbered 46.2-878.2, relating to speeding in certain residence districts; penalty.
[H 451]
Approved March 9, 1996

Be it enacted by the General Assembly of Virginia:

1. That the Code of Virginia is amended by adding a section numbered 46.2-878.2 as follows:

§ 46.2-878.2. Maximum speed limits in certain residence districts; penalty.

Operation of any motor vehicle in excess of a maximum speed limit established for a highway in a residence district, when indicated by appropriately placed signs displaying the maximum speed limit and the penalty for violations, shall be unlawful and constitute a traffic infraction punishable by a fine of not more than $200, in addition to other penalties provided by law. The Commonwealth Transportation Board shall develop criteria for the overall applicability for the installation of such signage.