Virginia Code § 46.2-2000.1 specifies certain vehicles that are excluded from the scope of the state's motor vehicle laws. These exclusions include vehicles used solely for transporting school children, certain taxicabs, hotel transportation vehicles, government-owned vehicles, and specific share-the-ride vehicles within cities. The law clarifies which vehicles are not subject to the chapter's regulations.
Vehicles such as those used solely for transporting school children, certain taxicabs, hotel transportation vehicles, government-owned vehicles, and specific share-the-ride vehicles are excluded from Virginia's motor vehicle laws.
Yes, taxicabs performing bona fide service with a seating capacity of six or fewer passengers are regulated if operating in a locality with an ordinance governing taxicabs.
No, motor vehicles owned or operated by the U.S., D.C., state, or local governments are excluded from the scope of this chapter.
Share-the-ride vehicles are those designed to transport up to 15 passengers, where passengers share expenses and are engaged in a ride-sharing arrangement, excluding regular commercial transportation.