CVC 22349(b): Speed Limit on Two-Lane Undivided Highways in Rural Areas.

California Vehicle Code (CVC) Section 22349(b) pertains to the maximum speed limits on certain California highways. Specifically, it addresses the maximum speed limit for vehicles on two-lane undivided highways in rural areas of the state. Here's an explanation of CVC 22349(b):

CVC 22349(b) - Speed Limit on Two-Lane Undivided Highways in Rural Areas:

1. Maximum Speed Limit (Subsection (b)):

   • CVC 22349(b) sets the maximum speed limit on two-lane undivided highways in rural areas of California at 55 miles per hour (mph). This means that, unless otherwise posted, the highest speed at which you can legally operate a vehicle on these types of highways is 55 mph.

2. Rural Areas (Subsection (b)):

   • Subsection (b) specifies that this speed limit applies to highways in unincorporated areas that are not part of a city or other urbanized regions. Essentially, it applies to less densely populated areas outside of city limits.

3. Exceptions (Subsection (c)):

   • Subsection (c) of CVC 22349 provides exceptions to the 55 mph speed limit on these rural two-lane highways. It allows the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) or local authorities to increase or decrease the maximum speed limit based on an engineering and traffic survey. This means that certain sections of these highways may have posted speed limits different from 55 mph if determined to be appropriate based on safety and traffic conditions.

4. Penalties for Violation (Subsection (a)):

   • Violating CVC 22349(b) by driving over the posted speed limit or exceeding 55 mph on these two-lane undivided rural highways can result in traffic citations, fines, and potential points on your driver's license, depending on the extent of the violation.