California Speeding Law

There are two types of speeding laws in California. Basic speeding law requires driving a reasonable and prudent speed regarding weather, road condition, traffic, etc., and a driver must not in any circumstances endanger others on the road. Maximum speed limit law requires a driver to obey posted speed limit at any time. If you see a sign with posted speed limit, slow down to that speed. It does not matter whether you are the only car on the street. One mph over is a violation of law and you could get a ticket. Do not speed if you do not want to  get a ticket.

That being said, if everybody speeds on a highway, a cop would normally chase down the car in the lead. I emphasize "normally" since there is no guarantee. Last week I had a case where the defendant was the third car driving down a hill and speeding. He was caught and found guilty.