Question 1

In Georgia, what is the default maximum speed limit on a rural interstate, unless otherwise posted?

Accepted Answer

70 mph — Georgia's default maximum speed on a rural interstate is 70 mph unless otherwise posted.

Question 2

In Georgia, what is the default maximum speed limit on an urban interstate or a multi-lane divided highway, unless otherwise posted?

Accepted Answer

65 mph — Georgia's default maximum speed on an urban interstate or multi-lane divided highway is 65 mph unless otherwise posted.

Question 3

In Georgia, what triggers the state's $200 'Super Speeder' fee?

Accepted Answer

75+ mph on a two-lane road, or 85+ mph on any road — Georgia's Super Speeder fee of $200 applies to a conviction of 75 mph or more on a two-lane road, or 85 mph or more on any road in the state.

Question 4

In Georgia, passing another vehicle is prohibited within how many feet of a railroad crossing?

Accepted Answer

100 feet — Georgia law prohibits passing within 100 feet of a railroad crossing, and also within 100 feet of a bridge, viaduct, or tunnel.

Question 5

In Georgia, when passing on a two-lane road, you must complete the maneuver before oncoming traffic comes within how many feet?

Accepted Answer

200 feet — Georgia requires a passing driver to return fully to the right lane before oncoming traffic is within 200 feet.

Question 6

In Georgia, what is the minimum clearance a motorist must give a bicyclist when passing?

Accepted Answer

3 feet — Georgia requires motorists to leave at least 3 feet of space between their vehicle and a bicyclist when passing.

Question 7

In Georgia, what is a possible penalty for driving too slowly and impeding traffic by refusing to leave the passing lane when overtaken?

Accepted Answer

A fine up to $1,000 and/or 3 points — Georgia can fine a driver up to $1,000 and/or assess 3 points on their record for impeding traffic by driving too slowly and refusing to move out of the passing lane.

Question 8

In Georgia, is a right turn on red permitted at a red traffic light?

Accepted Answer

Permitted unless posted otherwise, after stopping and yielding — Georgia permits a right turn on red, unless a posted sign prohibits it, after the driver makes a complete stop and yields to all traffic and pedestrians.

Question 9

In Georgia, when passing a motorcyclist, what must a driver do?

Accepted Answer

Pass in an adjacent lane -- never share the motorcyclist's lane — Because a motorcyclist legally occupies the full width of a lane in Georgia, a driver must pass using an adjacent lane and may not share the same lane while passing.

Question 10

In Georgia, is it legal to speed up while another vehicle is in the process of passing you?

Accepted Answer

No, it is unlawful to speed up before being passed completely — Georgia law makes it unlawful to increase speed before an overtaking vehicle has completely finished passing you.

Georgia: Speed, Right-of-Way & Legal Rules Questions

1. In Georgia, what is the default maximum speed limit on a rural interstate, unless otherwise posted?

2. In Georgia, what is the default maximum speed limit on an urban interstate or a multi-lane divided highway, unless otherwise posted?

3. In Georgia, what triggers the state's $200 'Super Speeder' fee?

4. In Georgia, passing another vehicle is prohibited within how many feet of a railroad crossing?

5. In Georgia, when passing on a two-lane road, you must complete the maneuver before oncoming traffic comes within how many feet?

6. In Georgia, what is the minimum clearance a motorist must give a bicyclist when passing?

7. In Georgia, what is a possible penalty for driving too slowly and impeding traffic by refusing to leave the passing lane when overtaken?

8. In Georgia, is a right turn on red permitted at a red traffic light?

9. In Georgia, when passing a motorcyclist, what must a driver do?

10. In Georgia, is it legal to speed up while another vehicle is in the process of passing you?

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