Virginia law requires all motor vehicles, trailers, and semitrailers (except antique vehicles and certain motorcycles) to have at least two approved brake lights that are clearly visible from 500 feet when braking. Law enforcement cannot stop vehicles solely for brake light violations unless the vehicle lacks compliant brake lights. Evidence obtained from unwarranted stops cannot be used in court.
All motor vehicles, trailers, and semitrailers registered in Virginia must have at least two approved brake lights, except antique vehicles not originally equipped with them and certain motorcycles.
No, officers cannot stop a vehicle solely for a brake light violation unless the vehicle has no compliant brake lights. Stops for brake light issues must be justified otherwise.
Yes, antique vehicles not originally equipped with brake lights are exempt from this law.
Any evidence obtained from an illegal stop cannot be used in court, protecting drivers from unwarranted enforcement actions.