This law allows Virginia counties, cities, and towns to enact ordinances limiting bus engine idling to 10 or 15 minutes, with penalties up to $50, excluding school and public transit buses. It also outlines enforcement procedures for parking violations, including citation collection and legal actions for unpaid fines.
Yes, local authorities can prohibit bus engine idling for more than 10 or 15 minutes depending on the county or city, with certain exemptions.
No, the law explicitly exempts school buses from the idling restrictions.
The maximum civil penalty is $50, which is paid into the local government's general fund.
Parking citations are managed by local officials who collect payments, handle disputes, and issue legal actions for unpaid fines within three years.