Passing Two Vehicles Abreast

§ 46.2-856. Passing two vehicles abreast

A person shall be guilty of reckless driving who passes or attempts to pass two other vehicles abreast, moving in the same direction, except on highways having separate roadways of three or more lanes for each direction of travel, or on designated one-way streets or highways. This section shall not apply, however, to a motor vehicle passing two other vehicles when one or both of such other vehicles is a bicycle, electric personal assistive mobility device, electric power-assisted bicycle, or moped; nor shall this section apply to a bicycle, electric personal assistive mobility device, electric power-assisted bicycle, or moped passing two other vehicles.

Virginia Reckless Driving THINGS TO REMEMBER

• Reckless Driving is a Class 1 Misdemeanor
• Reckless Driving is punishable by up to 12 months in jail and/or a fine not to exceed $2,500.00.
• Reckless Driving is a six (6) point offense
• Reckless Driving stays on a driving record for 11 years.
• Reckless Driving on a criminal record remains for the rest of you life.
• You can perform MITIGATION EFFORTS prior to court in an effort to minimize the charge or the punishment. Click here.

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