Virginia law prohibits leaving unattended or immobile vehicles on or near roadways if they pose a hazard, and limits the duration to 24 hours outside city limits or on certain highways inside city limits. Law enforcement can remove such vehicles and recover costs from the owner. The law also provides exemptions for vehicles under 75 pounds.
Vehicles weighing less than 75 pounds are exempt from the provisions of this law.
A vehicle can be left unattended for no more than 24 hours outside city limits or on certain highways inside city limits.
Yes, law enforcement can remove an unattended or immobilized vehicle that poses a hazard or exceeds the time limit, and report the removal.
The vehicle owner or successor must pay all costs related to removal and storage before reclaiming the vehicle.