This chapter shall not apply with respect to any accident, or judgment arising therefrom, or violation of the motor vehicle laws of the Virgin Islands, occurring prior to the effective date of this chapter; provided, however, that insurers are not precluded from imposing surcharges in accordance with previously filed or subsequently filed and approved rates.
U.S. Virgin Islands Legal Code
710
U.S. Virgin Islands § 710 — U.S. Virgin Islands law