Virginia law outlines the procedure for the approval of vehicle equipment, including testing, standards compliance, and certification by the Superintendent of State Police. It also establishes a process for approving auxiliary lights on motorcycles not covered by standard organizations. The Department of State Police publishes approved equipment and guidelines online for public access.
The Superintendent may establish a procedure requiring submission of a sample, evidence of compliance with standards, and payment of a fee. The device is then tested, and approval is granted or denied within a reasonable time.
Yes, if the equipment complies with recognized standards from organizations like SAE, ANSI, or the federal Department of Transportation, approval may be waived.
The Department of State Police establishes guidelines for submitting and approving auxiliary lights not covered by SAE standards, and publishes the procedures online.
Approved equipment and guidelines are published on the Virginia Department of State Police's website for public access and official notifications.