Horns, Sirens, and Whistles

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This is Article 7 of the Code of Virginia, titled “Horns, Sirens, and Whistles.” It is part of Chapter 10 “Motor Vehicle and Equipment Safety”, which is part of Subtitle III “Operation”, which is part of Title 46.2 “Motor Vehicles”. It contains 4 laws.

It’s comprised of the following 4 sections.

§ 46.2-1059	Horns
§ 46.2-1060	Illegal sirens, whistles, etc.; unlawful use of warning devices; exceptions
§ 46.2-1061	Sirens or exhaust whistles on emergency vehicles
§ 46.2-1062	Approval of warning devices