Generally, yes. Virginia state law does not require bike helmets, and most city and county ordinances only require helmets for bike riders younger than 14 years of age.
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No. Even though state law does require children to use bike helmets, that same statute makes it clear that failure to comply does not constitute contributory negligence.
State and local laws do not restrict bicycles to bike lanes, but riders must stay off interstates and obey posted restrictions in places like parks.