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> Actually, the speed limits are not imposed randomly and you can usually "sense" the limit from the surroundings and the structure of the road. This is, in fa
by azernik 5y ago
> Actually, the speed limits are not imposed randomly and you can usually "sense" the limit from the surroundings and the structure of the road.
This is, in fact, the legal standard in California! The actual speed limit is the minimum of (posted speed limit plus a substantial fudge factor) and (a subjectively safe speed for the road conditions). i.e. if the sign says 65mph, and the road is winding and a bit icy/rainy so that 45mph is the highest safe speed, you can be ticketed for speeding if you drive 60mph.
- tel 5y agoHow is that enforceable? Is there a legal standard? Is it borne on the judgement of an officer?
- criddell 5y agoIt's enforced by the courts generally with fines. You can lose your license with repeated infractions. The legal standard, like many legal standards, is around reasonableness. Regardless of the posted limit, you may never driver faster than is safe for the current conditions. And it is indeed borne on the judgement of the officer. Who else would ticket you?