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Why is the speed limit 70?
The 70mph limit was first imposed on motorways in 1965, during a four-month trial period that was introduced to cut the high number of accidents after Britain’s first motorway, the M1, was opened in 1959.
Will I get a speed awareness course?
The criteria for offering a speed awareness course varies depending on the police force. You may be eligible if: the speed you were caught at was within the acceptable range. This is typically between the speed limit + 10\% + 2mph and the speed limit + 10\% + 9mph (for example, between 35-42mph in a 30mph zone).
Can you go 80 on the motorway?
Since 1965, the speed limit on motorways has been capped at 70mph. However, many drivers default to speeds closer to 80mph, lulled into a false sense of security by the fact that relatively few drivers caught driving between 70-80mph are prosecuted.
What is the speed limit in a school zone?
Standard Florida speed limit laws: 20 mph: school zones 30 mph: urban district or street 55 mph: all roads and highways unless otherwise posted
Is it legal to drive 55 mph at night in Florida?
This means that even if a posted speed limit is 55 MPH, you can be in violation of Florida’s basic speeding laws if you drive 55 MPH at night or during bad weather. Many states have similar legislation. Minimum speed limits
What happens if you drive 30 mph over the speed limit?
Generally, driving 30 mph over legal or posted speed limits is considered reckless driving. First time reckless drivers may be fined up to $1000, be sentenced for up to one year in jail, and have their driver’s license suspended for 1-5 years. In cases of injury or death the penalties can be significantly more severe.
What is the speed limit on a 4-lane highway?
This means drivers are not permitted to block or otherwise impede the normal flow of traffic. Additionally 316.183(2)regulate that minimum speed limit on all highways with 4 or more lanes is 40 miles per hour. In case the posted speed limit is 70 mph, the minimum speed limit is 50 mph.