(A) No vehicle shall overtake another vehicle proceeding in the same direction on an undivided two-way roadway when the overtaking shall require the overtaking vehicle to be driven on the left side of the center of the roadway unless the left side is clearly visible for a distance sufficient to accomplish the overtaking and is free from oncoming traffic for a distance sufficient to:
(1) Permit the overtaking vehicle to return to an authorized lane of traffic before coming within 200 feet of any approaching vehicle; and
(2) Permit the overtaking vehicle to be safely clear of the overtaken vehicle while returning to the authorized lane of travel as provided in this chapter.
(B) After completing the overtaking, the overtaking vehicle shall return to the authorized lane of travel as soon as practicable.
(C) Any overtaking shall be subject to the provisions of this chapter.
(D) The provisions of this section shall not permit the crossing of the centerline of an undivided highway providing for two or more lanes of traffic in each direction for the purpose of overtaking and passing another vehicle.
(Prior Code,§ 5-225) Penalty, see § 10.99