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Understanding Speed Limits in Urban and Residential Districts in Georgia

Understanding Speed Limits in Urban and Residential Districts in Georgia

Quick answer: In Georgia, the default maximum speed in an urban or residential district is 30 mph unless appropriate signs designate another limit. O.C.G.A. § 40-6-181(b)(1) sets that rule. Check the signs on the road, and slow down when traffic, weather, or other conditions require it. Hit by a speeding driver? Speeding can be strong […]