Florida’s Speed Limits
Florida’s Speed Limits
According to Florida Statute 316.183, Florida has two main components to its speed limit regulations:
- Reasonable and Prudent Speed
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- Drivers must always maintain a speed that is considered reasonable and prudent based on the current road conditions and potential hazards. This means adjusting your speed according to:
- Weather: Rain, fog, or other adverse weather conditions may necessitate slower speeds.
- Traffic: Heavy traffic flow may require a lower speed to maintain safe distances.
- Road conditions: Uneven pavement, potholes, or construction zones may require reduced speed.
- Drivers must always maintain a speed that is considered reasonable and prudent based on the current road conditions and potential hazards. This means adjusting your speed according to:
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- Ultimately, the goal is to avoid collisions with any object or person on the road, regardless of their presence at the correct location.
- Posted Speed Limits
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- Florida sets specific maximum speed limits for different areas:
- 30 mph in business and residential districts.
- 55 mph in all other locations (unless otherwise posted).
- Florida sets specific maximum speed limits for different areas:
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- Exceptions:
- Counties and municipalities can reduce the speed limit in residential districts to 20 or 25 mph after investigating to confirm its reasonableness.
- On interstate highways with four or more lanes, the minimum speed limit is 40 mph, increasing to 50 mph where the posted speed limit is 70 mph.
- Exceptions:
Remember:
- Always prioritize safe driving over adhering solely to posted speed limits.
- Adjust your speed based on road conditions, weather, and traffic flow.
- Be aware of specific speed limit variations in different areas.
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By following these guidelines, you can ensure safe and responsible driving on our roads.
