CODE OF VIRGINIA

WHEN TRAINS SHALL BE STOPPED BEFORE GETTING TO RAILROAD CROSSING (§ 56-412)

Whenever railroads cross each other on the same grade in this Commonwealth, the
trains shall be brought to a full stop at least fifty feet before getting to the
crossing.The provisions of this section shall not be applicable where the
crossings of such roads are regulated by derailing switches, or other safety
appliances, which prevent collision at crossings, nor where a flagman or
watchman is stationed, or signal tower is located, and signals that the trains
may cross in safety.

HISTORY: Code 1919, § 3987.