QandAs: Autos

What are the Ohio State Driving Laws?

Answer:
When driving in Ohio, always follow the posted

speed limit. In an urban area, you will need to travel 25 mph. State roads that travel through town usually have a limit of 35 mph. Controlled access highways and expressways within cities have a speed limit of 50 mph. Rural highways that are not divided have a 55 mph speed limit. Interstates have a speed limit of 65 mph. Failing to follow the posted speed limit will result in a fine and a ticket.

Some cities in Ohio have banned the use of cell phones without a hands-free device.

In Ohio, all adults who are in the front seat of a vehicle must have their seatbelts on. Also, children who are under the age of four or who weigh less than 40 pounds must be in a child safety seat. Violations of this law can bring a $25 fine for the driver, and a $15 fine for an adult passenger. Any children under the age of 18 who are on a motorcycle must be wearing a helmet.

Remember that in the state of Ohio, all emergency vehicles that are signaling an emergency with lights or sirens have the right of way. Failure to yield will result in a ticket and fine. You must pull over and stop when these vehicles are passing you.


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