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Exemptions for Emergency Vehicles Under Virginia Motor Vehicle Code 46.2

The Motor Vehicle Code Title 46.2 outlines exemptions granted to emergency vehicles specified in subsections A and B. These exemptions are applicable only when the vehicle operator displays a flashing, blinking, or alternating emergency light per §§ 46.2-1022 and 46.2-1023 and actively employs a siren, exhaust whistle, or air horn to signal their presence. Emergency vehicles must also slow down or yield the right-of-way when required, ensuring the safety of persons and property before proceeding through intersections.

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Exemptions for Emergency Vehicles Under Virginia Motor Vehicle Code 46.2

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  1. Motor Vehicle Code – Title 46.2 • B. The exemptions granted to emergency vehicles by subsection A in subdivisions A1, A3, A4, A5, and A6 shall apply only when the operator of such vehicle displays a flashing, blinking, or alternating emergency light or lights as provided in §§ 46.2-1022 and 46.2-1023 and sounds a siren, exhaust whistle, or air horn designed to give automatically intermittent signals, as may be reasonably necessary. * Continued on next slide

  2. Motor Vehicle Code – Title 46.2 • The exemption granted under subdivision A 2 shall apply only when the operator of such emergency vehicle displays a flashing, blinking, or alternating emergency light or lights as provided in §§ 46.2-1022 and 46.2-1023 and either (a) sounds a siren, exhaust whistle, or air horn designed to give automatically intermittent signals or (b) slows the vehicle down to a speed reasonable for the existing conditions, yields right-of-way to the driver of another vehicle approaching or entering the intersection from another direction or, if required for safety, brings the vehicle to a complete stop before proceeding with due regard for the safety of persons and property.

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