Florida Traffic Law: Unlawful Speed 316.183 7/16/2024
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What is the maximum speed limit on highways in business or residence districts?

  • 30 miles per hour (correct)
  • 25 miles per hour
  • 55 miles per hour
  • 40 miles per hour
  • What is the minimum speed limit on highways that comprise a part of the National System of Interstate and Defense Highways?

  • 40 miles per hour (correct)
  • 35 miles per hour
  • 30 miles per hour
  • 45 miles per hour
  • When must a driver reduce their speed?

  • In all the situations listed in subsection (4) (correct)
  • Never, drivers can maintain a constant speed
  • Only when approaching a railway grade crossing
  • Only when approaching an intersection
  • What is the maximum speed limit a school bus can drive at?

    <p>The posted speed limit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what conditions can a county or municipality set a maximum speed limit of 20 or 25 miles per hour?

    <p>In residence districts after an investigation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the basis for determining a reasonable speed?

    <p>The conditions and hazards of the road</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is a driver required to drive at an appropriately reduced speed?

    <p>In all the situations listed in subsection (4) and others</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum speed limit at all other locations except business or residence districts?

    <p>55 miles per hour</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary consideration for determining a reasonable speed on a highway?

    <p>The actual and potential hazards then existing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstances can a driver drive at a speed greater than the posted speed limit?

    <p>Never, the posted speed limit must always be followed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of reducing speed when approaching and crossing an intersection or railway grade crossing?

    <p>To avoid colliding with any person, vehicle, or other conveyance or object</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Can a school bus exceed the posted speed limit under any circumstances?

    <p>No, a school bus must never exceed the posted speed limit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the general rule for speed limits on highways in business or residence districts?

    <p>The speed limit is 30 miles per hour</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why must a driver reduce their speed when traveling upon a narrow or winding roadway?

    <p>To avoid colliding with any person, vehicle, or other conveyance or object</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum speed limit on highways that have not fewer than four lanes?

    <p>40 miles per hour</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When can a county or municipality set a maximum speed limit of 20 or 25 miles per hour?

    <p>After an investigation determines that such a limit is reasonable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Unlawful Speed

    • A driver must not operate a vehicle on a highway at a speed greater than what is reasonable and prudent under the existing conditions, having regard to actual and potential hazards.
    • The speed must be controlled to avoid colliding with any person, vehicle, or object on or entering the highway, and to comply with legal requirements and the duty to use due care.

    Maximum Speed Limits

    • The maximum speed limit for all vehicles on all streets or highways is 30 miles per hour in business or residence districts.
    • The maximum speed limit is 55 miles per hour at all other locations.
    • A county or municipality can set a maximum speed limit of 20 or 25 miles per hour on local streets and highways in residence districts after an investigation.

    Exceptions and Special Conditions

    • The minimum speed limit on highways with at least four lanes that are part of the National System of Interstate and Defense Highways is 40 miles per hour, unless the posted speed limit is 70 miles per hour, in which case the minimum speed limit is 50 miles per hour.
    • School buses cannot exceed posted speed limits at any time.
    • Drivers must reduce speed when approaching and crossing intersections or railway grade crossings, going around curves, approaching hill crests, driving on narrow or winding roads, and when special hazards exist.
    • Drivers must not drive at a slow speed that impedes or blocks normal traffic flow, unless necessary for safe operation or to comply with the law.

    Penalties and Work Zones

    • Violating this section is a noncriminal traffic infraction, punishable as a moving violation.
    • Drivers must not exceed posted maximum speed limits in work zone areas.

    Unlawful Speed

    • A vehicle's speed on a highway must be reasonable and prudent considering the actual and potential hazards present.
    • The driver must control their speed to avoid collisions with pedestrians, vehicles, or objects on or entering the highway.
    • Maximum speed limits are:
      • 30 miles per hour in business or residence districts
      • 55 miles per hour at all other locations
    • Exceptions to maximum speed limits:
      • County or municipality may set a maximum speed limit of 20 or 25 miles per hour on local streets and highways in a residence district after an investigation
      • Minimum speed limit on highways that comprise the National System of Interstate and Defense Highways is 40 miles per hour, except when the posted speed limit is 70 miles per hour, then the minimum speed limit is 50 miles per hour
    • Additional speed restrictions:
      • School buses must not exceed posted speed limits at any time
      • Drivers must reduce speed when:
        • Approaching and crossing an intersection or railway grade crossing
        • Approaching and going around a curve
        • Approaching a hill crest
        • Traveling upon any narrow or winding roadway
        • Special hazards exist due to pedestrians, other traffic, weather, or highway conditions
    • Minimum speed requirements:
      • No person shall drive a motor vehicle at a speed that impedes or blocks normal traffic movement, unless necessary for safe operation or in compliance with law
    • Work zone areas:
      • No driver shall exceed the posted maximum speed limit in a work zone area
    • Penalties:
      • A violation of this section is a noncriminal traffic infraction, punishable as a moving violation as provided in chapter 318

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