Virginia Administrative Code Title 24 - TRANSPORTATION AND MOTOR VEHICLES
The Virginia Administrative Code, Title 24 - TRANSPORTATION AND MOTOR VEHICLES, is a broad and comprehensive set of regulations governing all aspects of transportation within the Commonwealth of Virginia. This title encompasses rules from various state agencies and boards responsible for different facets of the transportation system, from vehicle registration and driver licensing to highway construction and public transit.
Here's a breakdown of the key agencies and the types of regulations you would find under each within Title 24:
I. Agency 5 - VIRGINIA AVIATION BOARD:
Airport Licensing and Operation: Regulations governing the licensing and operation of public and private airports in Virginia, including safety standards, land use around airports, and airspace obstructions.
Aircraft Registration: Rules for registering aircraft operating within the Commonwealth.
Aviation Safety: Regulations aimed at promoting safe aviation practices.
II. Agency 15 - STATE CORPORATION COMMISSION, DIVISION OF UTILITY AND RAILROAD SAFETY:
Railroad Safety: Regulations concerning the safety of railroad operations, including track standards, equipment, and operating procedures.
Utility Infrastructure on Transportation Property: Rules for utilities that cross or occupy railroad or highway rights-of-way.
III. Agency 20 - DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES (DMV): This is one of the most extensive parts of Title 24, covering a wide range of regulations that directly impact most Virginians:
Driver's Licenses and Identification Cards: Requirements for obtaining, renewing, suspending, and revoking driver's licenses, commercial driver's licenses (CDLs), and identification cards. This includes rules on testing, medical qualifications, and anatomical gift consent.
Vehicle Registration and Titling: Procedures for registering vehicles, issuing license plates and decals, and certifying vehicle titles. This also includes rules for recording liens on vehicles.
Motor Vehicle Dealers and Salespersons: Licensing and regulatory oversight of motor vehicle manufacturers, distributors, dealers, and salespersons. This includes rules for dealer plates and temporary tags.
Motor Carrier Regulation: Supervision and control of various types of motor carriers, including household goods carriers, passenger carriers, and transportation network companies (TNCs). This involves issuing operating authority and regulating leased vehicles.
Vehicle Taxes: Administration of taxes on the sale, use, and rental of motor vehicles.
Fuels Taxes: Collection and disbursement of motor fuel and alternative fuels taxes.
Truck Weigh Program: Regulations for monitoring trucks and other vehicles for compliance with size, weight, registration, safety, and licensing requirements.
Accident Reporting: Requirements for reporting motor vehicle accidents.
Financial Responsibility: Rules related to proof of financial responsibility (e.g., insurance).
Disabled Parking: Regulations for disabled parking placards and license plates.
Driver Education: Standards for driver education courses offered by private schools.
IV. Agency 22 - MOTOR VEHICLE DEALER BOARD:
Dealer Licensing and Conduct: Specific regulations governing the licensing and business practices of motor vehicle dealers, complementing the DMV's general oversight. This includes advertising rules, consumer protection, and disciplinary actions against dealers.
V. Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF RAIL AND PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION:
Public Transportation Programs: Regulations related to the planning, funding, and oversight of public transit systems across the Commonwealth.
Railroad Development: Rules concerning the development and promotion of rail transportation.
VI. Agency 27 - BOARD OF TOWING AND RECOVERY OPERATORS:
Note: As of current information, this agency and its rules may have been abolished or moved, as indicated by some legal sources. If active, it would have regulated the licensing and conduct of towing and recovery operators.
VII. Agency 30 - DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (VDOT): VDOT is responsible for the state's highway system and broader transportation infrastructure. Its regulations include:
Highway Design and Construction: Standards and procedures for the design, planning, construction, and maintenance of state highways.
Secondary Street Acceptance: Criteria for local roads to be accepted into the state highway system.
Use of Highway Right-of-Way: Regulations for permits and activities within highway rights-of-way (e.g., utility installations, land use permits, outdoor advertising).
State-Owned Fleet Vehicles: Rules governing the use, operation, and maintenance of state-owned vehicles.
Vegetation Control: Regulations for managing vegetation on state rights-of-way.
Relocation Assistance: Rules for providing assistance to individuals and businesses displaced by highway projects, aligning with federal requirements.
VIII. Agency 35 - COMMISSION ON THE VIRGINIA ALCOHOL SAFETY ACTION PROGRAM (VASAP):
DUI/DWI Programs: Regulations governing the operation of local Alcohol Safety Action Programs, which provide education and intervention for individuals convicted of driving under the influence.
IX. Agency 40 - VIRGINIA PORT AUTHORITY:
Port Operations: Regulations related to the management, operation, and development of Virginia's state-owned port facilities.
Port Security: Rules concerning security measures at the ports.
Title 24 is a critical body of law for ensuring the safe, efficient, and well-regulated movement of people and goods throughout Virginia. To access the most current and authoritative version of these rules, you should always consult the official sources: the Virginia Law Library (Virginia General Assembly's Legislative Information System - LIS) and the official websites of the respective agencies (e.g., Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles, Virginia Department of Transportation).
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