Vermont § 1081 - Basic rule and maximum limits
Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 1081 — Basic rule and maximum limits, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1081. Basic rule and maximum limits
- (a) No individual shall drive a vehicle on a highway at a speed greater than is reasonable
and prudent under the conditions, having regard for the actual and potential hazards
then existing. In every event, speed shall be controlled as necessary to avoid colliding
with any individual, vehicle, or other object on or adjacent to the highway. (b) Except when there exists a special hazard that requires lower speed in accordance
with subsection (a) of this section, the limits specified in this section or established
pursuant to this section are maximum lawful speeds, and no individual shall drive
a vehicle on a highway at a speed in excess of 50 miles per hour. (c) The maximum speed limits set forth in this section may be altered in accordance with
sections 1003, 1004, 1007, and 1010 of this title. (d) The driver of every vehicle shall, consistent with the requirements of subsection
(a) of this section, drive at an appropriate, reduced speed when approaching and crossing
an intersection or railway grade crossing, when approaching and going around a curve,
when approaching the crest of a hill, when traveling upon any narrow or winding roadway,
and when special hazard exists. (Added 1971, No. 258 (Adj. Sess.), § 3, eff. March 1, 1973; amended 2019, No. 131 (Adj. Sess.), § 178.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 1081
What does Vermont Statutes Online § 1081 cover?
Section 1081 ("Basic rule and maximum limits") is part of the Vermont Statutes Online, the codified statutory law of Vermont. 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 Vermont § 1081?
A common citation format is "Vermont Statutes Online § 1081" (Vermont). 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 Vermont law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Vermont official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Vermont attorney.
How does Vermont § 1081 apply to my situation?
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