Virginia law prohibits violations of the Motor Vehicles Title, with most infractions punishable by fines up to the amount for a Class 4 misdemeanor. Serious traffic violations involving heavy vehicles can incur additional fines up to $500. All fines collected are deposited into the state's Literary Fund unless specified otherwise.
Most violations are considered traffic infractions punishable by fines up to the amount for a Class 4 misdemeanor, with additional penalties for serious violations involving heavy vehicles.
Yes, if the violation involves vehicles over 26,001 pounds or certain heavy towed vehicles, a judge may impose an additional fine of up to $500.
All fines from violations are deposited into the state treasury to be credited to the Literary Fund unless the law specifies a different destination.
Yes, violations of local ordinances adopted under Virginia law are also considered violations of the title and subject to penalties.