Virginia Driver's Handbook, Section 4: Seat Belts, Air Bags and Child Safety Seats
Traffic stops, seat belts, air bags and child safety seats.
Summary written by MyPermitExam from the official handbook, April 2026. Not a copy of the handbook. Checked Oct 2026. Not affiliated with the DMV. Virginia Driver's Manual (DMV 39)
Key rules
- Everyone wears a seat belt, front and rear; sit at least ten inches from the steering wheel. p. 26
- Children under 8 ride in a child seat or booster, rear-facing until 2; a first violation costs $50. p. 27