46.2-103 - Stopping vehicles for inspection or to secure information.
§ 46.2-103. Stopping vehicles for inspection or to secure information.
Except as prohibited by § 19.2-59, on his request or signal, anylaw-enforcement officer who is in uniform or displays his badge or other signof authority may:
1. Stop any motor vehicle, trailer, or semitrailer to inspect its equipment,operation, manufacturer's serial or engine number; or
2. Stop any property-carrying motor vehicle, trailer, or semitrailer toinspect its contents or load or to obtain other necessary information.
(Code 1950, § 46-16; 1958, c. 541, § 46.1-8; 1989, c. 727.)