Maryland § 21-802
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 21-802, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 21-802.
(a) If, on the basis of an engineering and traffic investigation, the State Highway Administration determines that any maximum speed limit specified in this subtitle is greater or less than reasonable or safe under existing conditions on any part of a highway under its jurisdiction, it may establish a reasonable and safe maximum speed limit for that part of the highway.
(b) An engineering and traffic investigation is not required to conform a posted maximum speed limit in effect on December 31, 1974, to a different limit specified in § 21-801.1(b) of this subtitle.
(c) Under this section, the State Highway Administration may:
(1) Establish a maximum speed limit to apply at all times or only at specified times; and
(2) Establish differing limits for different times of day, different types of vehicles, different weather conditions, or other factors bearing on safe speeds.
(d) An altered maximum speed limit established under this section is effective when posted on appropriate signs giving notice of the limit.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 21-802
What does Maryland Code § 21-802 cover?
Section 21-802 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maryland § 21-802?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 21-802" (Maryland). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 21-802 apply to my situation?
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