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Even if you are driving under the posted speed limit, you may be given a ticket or citation for driving too fast for the conditions. Driving too fast for conditions is defined as traveling at a speed that is greater than a reasonable standard for safe driving.

Examples of conditions where drivers may find themselves driving too fast include wet roadways (rain, snow, or ice); reduced visibility (fog); uneven roads; construction zones; curves; intersections; gravel roads; and heavy traffic.

In Georgia, drivers must adhere to the 'Basic Speed Rule,' which mandates that they must never drive at a speed that is greater than what is reasonable and prudent under the conditions and having regard for the actual and potential hazards then existing. This means that even if you are driving at or below the posted speed limit, you can still receive a citation for driving too fast for conditions if the weather, road conditions, or other factors make such a speed unsafe. Examples of such conditions include inclement weather like rain, snow, or ice, reduced visibility due to fog, construction zones, and heavy traffic. The law is designed to ensure that drivers adjust their speed to match the conditions of the road, regardless of the posted speed limit. Violation of this rule can result in fines and points on your driving record.

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