{"id":4161,"date":"2023-07-09T11:21:14","date_gmt":"2023-07-09T11:21:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.protectyourlegalrights.com\/?p=4161"},"modified":"2026-07-22T10:01:29","modified_gmt":"2026-07-22T10:01:29","slug":"north-carolina-speeding-laws","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.protectyourlegalrights.com\/es\/blog\/north-carolina-speeding-laws\/","title":{"rendered":"Leyes y sanciones por exceso de velocidad en Carolina del Norte"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The people of North Carolina depend on the roads and highways to get to work and school, carry out everyday tasks, do recreational activities, and even leave town to go on trips. If you are like most of the people in NC who are driving weekly or daily, it\u2019s important to stay informed on the current North Carolina speeding laws and penalties so that you can keep yourself and your loved ones safe.<\/p>\n<p>While many drivers in North Carolina are in favor of raising the speed limit from 70 miles per hour (mph), there is evidence showing that doing so can put people on the road in greater danger.<\/p>\n<p>For example, <a href=\"https:\/\/connect.ncdot.gov\/business\/DMV\/CrashFactsDocuments\/2023%20Crash%20Facts.pdf#page=6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">23.1% of car accident fatalities<\/a> and 15,139 crashes in NC in 2023 were attributed to speeding. In addition to this, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cga.ct.gov\/2013\/rpt\/2013-R-0074.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">studies have shown<\/a> that increasing the speed limit also increases the number of consequent accidents. Regardless of your position on the matter, it\u2019s important to know about all traffic laws if you are operating a vehicle on North Carolina roads.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.protectyourlegalrights.com\/es\/blog\/north-carolina-speeding-laws\/#the-two-kinds-of-limits-absolute-vs-basic-speeding\" >The Two Kinds of Limits: Absolute vs. Basic Speeding<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.protectyourlegalrights.com\/es\/blog\/north-carolina-speeding-laws\/#north-carolina-speeding-penalties\" >North Carolina Speeding Penalties<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.protectyourlegalrights.com\/es\/blog\/north-carolina-speeding-laws\/#1-fines\" >1. Fines<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.protectyourlegalrights.com\/es\/blog\/north-carolina-speeding-laws\/#2-drivers-license-points\" >2. Driver\u2019s License Points<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.protectyourlegalrights.com\/es\/blog\/north-carolina-speeding-laws\/#3-insurance-points\" >3. Insurance Points<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.protectyourlegalrights.com\/es\/blog\/north-carolina-speeding-laws\/#serious-traffic-incident-charges\" >Serious Traffic Incident Charges<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.protectyourlegalrights.com\/es\/blog\/north-carolina-speeding-laws\/#avoiding-a-traffic-ticket-through-a-prayer-for-judgment-continued\" >Avoiding a Traffic Ticket Through a Prayer for Judgment Continued<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.protectyourlegalrights.com\/es\/blog\/north-carolina-speeding-laws\/#eligibility-for-a-pjc\" >Eligibility for a PJC<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.protectyourlegalrights.com\/es\/blog\/north-carolina-speeding-laws\/#faqs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.protectyourlegalrights.com\/es\/blog\/north-carolina-speeding-laws\/#what-is-the-nc-points-system\" >What Is the NC Points System?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.protectyourlegalrights.com\/es\/blog\/north-carolina-speeding-laws\/#what-is-the-most-effective-way-to-get-rid-of-a-speeding-ticket-in-north-carolina\" >What Is the Most Effective Way to Get Rid of a Speeding Ticket in North Carolina?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.protectyourlegalrights.com\/es\/blog\/north-carolina-speeding-laws\/#what-is-the-maximum-speed-i-can-drive-in-north-carolina\" >What Is the Maximum Speed I Can Drive in North Carolina?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.protectyourlegalrights.com\/es\/blog\/north-carolina-speeding-laws\/#how-serious-is-going-20-mph-over-the-nc-speed-limit\" >How Serious Is Going 20 MPH Over the NC Speed Limit?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.protectyourlegalrights.com\/es\/blog\/north-carolina-speeding-laws\/#dealing-with-your-north-carolina-speeding-charges-hire-a-traffic-violation-lawyer-on-your-side\" >Dealing With Your North Carolina Speeding Charges: Hire a Traffic Violation Lawyer on Your Side<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"the-two-kinds-of-limits-absolute-vs-basic-speeding\"><\/span>The Two Kinds of Limits: Absolute vs. Basic Speeding<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In North Carolina, speeding laws have two main kinds of speeding.<\/p>\n<p>Basic speeding law pertains to the conditions of the road and driving accordingly. If it is snowy and foggy, a driver is expected to drive at a speed limit lower than the one designated for the road. If the road conditions are clear and sunny, then a driver can drive closer to the designated speed limit.<\/p>\n<p>Absolute speed limits are clearly defined for the entire state. Once you go over the speed limit, you can get a traffic ticket. Therefore, it\u2019s highly advised to always drive at least 5 to 10 mph under the absolute speed limit.<\/p>\n<p>Inside municipal corporate limits, such as in school zones, the absolute speed limit is 25 mph. Outside of these municipal corporate limits, the absolute speed is 55 mph. On the interstate, like I-40 or I-95, the absolute speed limit is 70 mph.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"north-carolina-speeding-penalties\"><\/span>North Carolina Speeding Penalties<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are several potential penalties for speeding in North Carolina, such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-fines\"><\/span>1. Fines<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>When you get pulled over for basic or absolute speeding in North Carolina, this will likely only result in a fine, which can be $10 to $50, depending on the amount by which the driver was speeding. While the fine itself is not large, court fees associated with the ticket can be up to $200.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, for speeding in school zones or zones where construction work is underway, a driver can be fined $250. It\u2019s also important to note that speeding can result in aggravated charges for other crimes, such as fleeing from authorities or driving under the influence.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-drivers-license-points\"><\/span>2. Driver\u2019s License Points<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you were speeding more than 15 mph over the speed limit, this could result in points on your driving record. After getting a certain number of points, you can get your driver\u2019s license suspended.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3-insurance-points\"><\/span>3. Insurance Points<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Insurance points are separate from driver\u2019s license points. North Carolina has the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncdoi.gov\/consumers\/auto-and-vehicle-insurance\/safe-driver-incentive-plan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Safe Driver Incentive Plan<\/a> (SDIP), which provides financial incentives for safe driving habits. Unsafe driving that leads to a conviction or accidents where you are at fault lead to insurance points, which increase the rate of insurance costs. <strong>Speeding insurance points could include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>One point and a 40% insurance rate increase for speeding 10 mph faster than the speed limit, when the speed limit is less than 55 mph<\/li>\n<li>Two points and a 55% rate increase for speeding more than 10 mph over a speed limit, leading to a total speed of between 55 mph and 76 mph<\/li>\n<li>Two points and a 55% increase for speeding 10 mph over the speed limit, which is 55 mph or greater<\/li>\n<li>Four points and a 90% increase for speeding over 75 mph in a speed limit under 70 mph, or speeding over 80 mph in a speed limit of 70 mph or over<\/li>\n<li>Ten points and a 260% increase for speeding to evade law enforcement and arrest<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Speeding offenses can have severe financial consequences on your insurance premiums and might affect you for several years. Avoiding speeding convictions can be financially essential for many individuals.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"serious-traffic-incident-charges\"><\/span>Serious Traffic Incident Charges<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Certain speeding violations can be considered <a href=\"https:\/\/www.protectyourlegalrights.com\/blog\/reckless-driving-is-dangerous-and-can-lead-to-legal-trouble\/\">reckless driving<\/a>. Being charged with reckless driving is more serious, and it is a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncleg.net\/enactedlegislation\/statutes\/html\/bysection\/chapter_20\/gs_20-140.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">class 2 misdemeanor<\/a>. If you are convicted of reckless driving, you can spend <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncleg.gov\/EnactedLegislation\/Statutes\/PDF\/BySection\/Chapter_14\/GS_14-3.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">one to six months<\/a> in jail and pay a fine of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncleg.net\/enactedlegislation\/statutes\/html\/bysection\/chapter_15a\/gs_15a-1340.23.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">up to $1,000<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>In the case that you are speeding and it leads to the death of someone else, this is a form of homicide. If you are charged with manslaughter by a vehicle, then you can face a much longer prison sentence.<\/p>\n<p>If you are concerned about a speeding ticket or reckless driving charge that you recently received in North Carolina and are worried about how this might impact your driving record and your life in general, a<a href=\"https:\/\/www.protectyourlegalrights.com\/wilmington-speeding-ticket-lawyer\/\"> Wilmington, NC, speeding ticket lawyer<\/a> can help you with your situation.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"avoiding-a-traffic-ticket-through-a-prayer-for-judgment-continued\"><\/span>Avoiding a Traffic Ticket Through a Prayer for Judgment Continued<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A Prayer for a Judgment Continued (PJC) is available in North Carolina and offers a potential way out of a traffic ticket for drivers. Instead of a guilty plea, it is a legal method to avoid the points on your driving record and SDIP.<\/p>\n<p>The type of PJC used for traffic offenses and infractions is a dispositional PJC. Instead of the court pronouncing judgment and either stating or staying the execution, the court can implement a PJC. While the offense may still show up on a criminal record, you may not end up with points and may be able to avoid license revocation and the financial consequences of an insurance increase.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"eligibility-for-a-pjc\"><\/span>Eligibility for a PJC<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You may be eligible for a PJC for minor infractions and traffic violations, but there are limitations. <strong>This includes:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You cannot use a PJC for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncleg.gov\/EnactedLegislation\/Statutes\/HTML\/BySection\/Chapter_20\/GS_20-141.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">speeding over 25 mph<\/a> above the speed limit.<\/li>\n<li>You cannot use a PJC if you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncleg.gov\/EnactedLegislation\/Statutes\/HTML\/BySection\/Chapter_20\/GS_20-217.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">passed a stopped school bus<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>The benefits of a PJC are especially limited if you have a commercial driver\u2019s license or you were operating a commercial vehicle.<\/li>\n<li>A third or additional offense under a PJC will result in insurance points and driver\u2019s license points and will be considered a conviction.<\/li>\n<li>A second or additional PJC offense granted before July 1, 2025, within three years of another offense will result in insurance points.<\/li>\n<li>A second or additional PJC offense granted on or before July 1, 2025, within five years of another offense results in insurance points.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You can request a PJC from the court, or the court may impose it if you qualify and there are no conditions.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"faqs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-is-the-nc-points-system\"><\/span>What Is the NC Points System?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The points system in North Carolina is used to keep track of traffic violations of drivers in the state. Depending on the speeding violation, a driver will get a certain number of points added to their driver\u2019s license. After reaching a certain number of points or committing a certain number of repeat offenses, they can get their license suspended for up to one year.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-is-the-most-effective-way-to-get-rid-of-a-speeding-ticket-in-north-carolina\"><\/span>What Is the Most Effective Way to Get Rid of a Speeding Ticket in North Carolina?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>While you cannot get rid of every speeding ticket, there are sometimes situations where you can get the fine dropped. If information like the date is inaccurate, or the evidence used against you is contradictory, you may be able to challenge its validity. If you were speeding in the case of an emergency, then you might be able to get the ticket dropped. It is easier to get rid of a speeding ticket when you hire a traffic violation lawyer.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-is-the-maximum-speed-i-can-drive-in-north-carolina\"><\/span>What Is the Maximum Speed I Can Drive in North Carolina?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In North Carolina, the maximum speed that you can drive depends on the type of roadway you are driving on, the zone that you are in, the road conditions, and the weather conditions. Theoretically, the fastest you could ever drive in North Carolina would be 70 miles per hour in the case that you were on an interstate highway, the road was safe, and the weather was sunny and clear.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-serious-is-going-20-mph-over-the-nc-speed-limit\"><\/span>How Serious Is Going 20 MPH Over the NC Speed Limit?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The speed limit laws in North Carolina are serious and can result in hefty fines, license suspension, and eventually jail time, depending on the specifics of the case. In the state, going 15 mph over the speed limit is a level 3 misdemeanor, and driving at a speed that is over 80 mph is also a level 3 misdemeanor. In the case that you are driving sufficiently recklessly, you can be charged with a level 2 misdemeanor.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"dealing-with-your-north-carolina-speeding-charges-hire-a-traffic-violation-lawyer-on-your-side\"><\/span>Dealing With Your North Carolina Speeding Charges: Hire a Traffic Violation Lawyer on Your Side<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you are facing large fines or a potential suspension of your driver\u2019s license due to speeding charges in North Carolina, a dedicated <a href=\"https:\/\/www.protectyourlegalrights.com\/whiteville-speeding-ticket-lawyer\/\">speeding ticket lawyer<\/a> from Christina Rivenbark &amp; Associates can help. Our team can work with you to understand the specifics of your case and help dispute any unreasonable charges that have been held against you. If you are unsure about your rights in a traffic case or need help building a defense, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.protectyourlegalrights.com\/contact\/\">reach out to our office to get started today<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [{\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"What Is the NC Points System?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"The points system in North Carolina is used to keep track of traffic violations of drivers in the state. Depending on the speeding violation, a driver will get a certain amount of points added to their driver\u2019s license. 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