09/12/2026
โ ๏ธ PUBLIC SAFETY REMINDER: ATVs, GOLF CARTS & LOW-SPEED VEHICLES โ ๏ธ
The South Hill Police Department has recently received complaints regarding ATVs, dirt bikes, and golf carts being operated on streets and public property within the Town of South Hill. We want to remind everyone of the laws regarding these vehicles.
ATVs & Dirt Bikes
Under Virginia law, ATVs are not permitted to be operated on public streets or other public property, except under limited circumstances provided by law.
Golf Carts
Regular golf carts are not considered Low-Speed Vehicles (LSVs) and are not permitted on public streets within the Town of South Hill.
Low-Speed Vehicles (LSVs)
The Town's ordinance allows properly equipped and registered LSVs with the following restrictions:
โข They may only travel on roadways with a posted speed limit of 25 mph or less.
โข They may cross a roadway posted at 35 mph but may not travel along it.
โข They are prohibited on Mecklenburg Avenue, Atlantic Street, and Danville Street.
โข They must be properly titled, registered, insured, and equipped as required by Virginia law.
These restrictions are in place for the safety of everyone using our roadways. Officers will be actively enforcing violations involving ATVs, dirt bikes, golf carts, and LSVs operating where they are not legally permitted.
Please help us keep South Hill's streets safe by knowing the law before you ride.