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VA SB53
Bill
Status
Engrossed
1/26/2026
Primary Sponsor
Danny Diggs
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AI Summary
- Amends § 46.2-1030 of the Code of Virginia regarding vehicle headlight requirements and law enforcement stops
- Clarifies that law enforcement officers may stop a vehicle operating without any lighted headlights during required time periods (sunset to sunrise, reduced visibility conditions, or when wipers are in use)
- Adds provision making evidence discovered during a lawful stop for operating with no headlights admissible in court proceedings, provided the evidence is otherwise admissible
- Maintains existing prohibition on stops solely for failing to use headlights when wipers are in use, with evidence from such improper stops remaining inadmissible
- Retains existing rule that no demerit points are assessed for failing to use headlights during fog, rain, sleet, or snow conditions
Legislative Description
Lighted vehicle headlights; lawful stop by law-enforcement officer.
Last Action
Subcommittee recommends laying on the table (7-Y 2-N)
3/4/2026
Committee Referrals
Transportation: Highway Safety and Policy2/20/2026
Transportation2/3/2026
Transportation11/26/2025
Full Bill Text
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