Virginia law requires certain motor vehicles to be equipped with safety glass in doors, windows, and windshields, especially for vehicles used for public transport or carrying passengers for hire. Vehicles manufactured after specific dates must meet safety glass standards approved by the Superintendent or federal regulations. The law aims to prevent injuries caused by shattered glass by mandating the use of safety glass and maintaining a list of approved types.
Vehicles registered in Virginia manufactured after January 1, 1935, used for carrying passengers for hire or as public conveyances, must have safety glass in doors, windows, and windshields.
Safety glass is any glass manufactured, fabricated, or treated to substantially prevent shattering and flying debris when broken.
Yes, the Superintendent may permit safety glazing materials other than glass in certain parts of motor vehicles, trailers, and semitrailers.
The Commissioner maintains a list of approved safety glass types and will not issue or relicense vehicles unless they are equipped with approved safety glass.