17C-6-1 Speed limitations generally; penalty
17C-6-2 Establishment of state speed zones
17C-6-3 When local authorities may alter speed limits
17C-6-3a Minimum speed regulations; penalty
17C-6-4 Special speed limitations on vehicles not designed for carrying passengers and equipped with pneumatic tires
17C-6-5 Special speed limitations; penalty
17C-6-6 Charging violations; rule in civil actions
17C-6-7 Prima facie evidence of speed by devices employing microwaves or reflected light; placing of signs relative to radar or laser
17C-6-7a Prohibition of the use of traffic law photo-monitoring devices to detect or prove traffic law violations
17C-6-8 Racing on streets and highways prohibited; legislative findings; penalties; mandatory revocation of licenses
17C-6-9 Slow-moving vehicle emblem
17C-6-10 Enforcement of article with respect to operations of commercial motor vehicles
17C-6-11 Special speed limitations when meeting or overtaking waste service vehicles; penalty
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Terms Used In West Virginia Code > Chapter 17C > Article 6 - Speed Restrictions

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  • Recess: A temporary interruption of the legislative business.
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