When can you legally exceed the speed limit?

The premise of the law is that speed limits are established to ensure safety on the road and that exceeding them can compromise not only the driver’s safety but also the safety of others. Hence, the correct answer indicates that there are no circumstances under which it is legal to exceed the speed limit.

While there may be situations that feel urgent, like medical emergencies or being in a hurry, legal frameworks require individuals to adhere to established speed limits regardless of personal circumstances. There are specific legal provisions regarding emergencies, but those do not grant blanket permission to exceed speed limits under normal road conditions.

Passing another vehicle can sometimes involve exceeding the speed limit temporarily. However, such actions are typically discouraged unless it is done safely within the confines of the law, and usually, a driver should not exceed the speed limit in this scenario either. Therefore, understanding that under no circumstances is it legally permissible to exceed speed limits reinforces the importance of obeying traffic laws for the safety of everyone on the road.