(C.R.S. 42-4-1101(3) EXCEEDED SAFE SPEED
FOR CONDITIONS “No driver of a vehicle shall
fail to decrease the speed of such vehicle from an
otherwise lawful speed to a reasonable and prudent
speed when a special hazard exists with respect to
pedestrians or other traffic or by reason of weather
or highway conditions.”
Reduced Speed Zones: At various locations, such as
school zones and construction zones, a reduced speed
is required during certain hours or periods of the day
when temporary hazards exist. Signs will indicate when
the lower speed limit is in effect.
Unless otherwise posted, Colorado speed limits are as