school zone speeding

Fast past playgrounds

School zone speeding is driving faster than the reduced speed limit posted near schools, typically 15-25 mph during designated hours when children are present.

The violation usually carries heavier fines and penalties than ordinary speeding: She got a $400 ticket for school zone speeding.

Some jurisdictions double fines in school zones.

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driving behavior compliance

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Proactive safe vehicle operation

safe driving

road context and speed appropriateness

school zone speedinghighway driving

Operating vehicles on expressways

moral/social responsibility

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Obligations to one's community

Family

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Negative · Everyday, not technical · Rated G