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Speed Limits in Washington DC
The Basic Speed Law requires you to never drive faster than is reasonable and prudent for current conditions, regardless of the posted limit. You must slow down for adverse weather, heavy traffic, poor road conditions, or high pedestrian activity.
DC has default speed limits: 20 mph on residential streets, 15 mph in alleys, and 15 mph in school zones during specified times. Penalties for speeding include fines ranging from $50 to $500 and points on your license, with excessive speed potentially considered reckless driving.
