Plain-Language Summary

Virginia Code § 18.2-324 prohibits throwing or depositing hazardous substances like glass, nails, or soil on highways, requiring immediate removal to prevent harm. Violators face Class 1 misdemeanor charges. The law excludes law enforcement tire deflation devices that meet specific standards.

Frequently Asked Questions

Prohibited substances include glass bottles, nails, tacks, wire, cans, soil, sand, mud, gravel, or any other hazardous materials likely to cause injury or damage.

Violators are guilty of a Class 1 misdemeanor, which can result in fines or other legal penalties.

Yes, law enforcement devices used to deflate tires are exempt but must meet standards set by the Division of Purchase and Supply.

Yes, the main provisions of § 18.2-324 remain in effect, focusing on hazardous substance deposition on highways.