8-1557. Basic rule governing speed of vehicles.
8-1557
8-1557. Basic rule governing speed of vehicles.
No person shall drive a vehicle at a speed greater than is reasonable
and prudent under the conditions and having regard to the actual hazards
then existing. Consistent with the foregoing, every person shall drive at a
safe and appropriate speed when approaching and crossing an intersection or
railroad grade crossing, when approaching and going around a curve, when
approaching a hill crest, when traveling upon any narrow or winding
roadway, and when special hazards exist with respect to pedestrians or
other traffic or by reason of weather or highway conditions.
History: L. 1974, ch. 33, § 8-1557; July 1.