What Are The Speed Limits In Massachusetts?
Unless Otherwise Posted
Prima Facie Maximum posted limit 65 mph
Divided highways outside "thickly settled" areas 50 mph
Undivided highways outside "thickly settled" areas 40 mph
"thickly settled" areas 30 mph
School zones while children are present 20 mph
Prima Facie Maximum posted limit 65 mph
Divided highways outside "thickly settled" areas 50 mph
Undivided highways outside "thickly settled" areas 40 mph
"thickly settled" areas 30 mph
School zones while children are present 20 mph
Other Traffic/Motor Vehicles FAQs
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How Are Speed Limits Enforced?
A: Enforced through use of: Pacing Yes Radar Yes Vascar Yes Photo Radar No Aircraft No Laser Yes More -
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How Can Tickets Be Paid?
A: Tickets can be paid by mail or in person. -
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What Is A Member Nonresident Compact?
A: Nonresident motorist receiving a ticket in a member state will receive the same treatment as resident motorists. If your state or the state you receive a ticket in is … More -
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What Is A Member Driver License Compact?
A: If you receive a ticket, warning, etc. in another state and your state is a member, you state will be notified about the ticket. -
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When And Where Do I File Accident Reports?
A: Accidents involving death, personal injury exceeding $1,000, or property damage exceeding $1,000 must be reported within 5 days to the local authorities, the Registry … More -
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What Are The Resident Insurance Requirements?
A: Compulsory insurance law. Minimum limits: $20,000/40,000/5,000. Nofault insurance with personal injury protection of at least $2,000 is required. Massachusetts … More