Is there a law that says something like " If you go over 100 mph, and you get caught then you will automatically get arrested?"
2007-06-14 08:19:58 · 8 answers · asked by donald tran 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
Depends on the laws of your state.
Some states make going a 30 miles over the speed limit a criminal offense.
In others, speed it self does not make it a crime. But, if that speed is considered Reckless Driving, than it goes from being a speeding ticket to a criminal offense with a trip to booking.
2007-06-14 08:25:22 · answer #1 · answered by Dog Lover 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There's no 'certain speed'. I think speeding enforcement tolerance is usually at the discretion of the arresting officer. In this state they charge you with reckless driving when you exceed the speed limit by 20mph. I exceeded it by 25mph once (foibles of youth), was charged with reckless driving but was not arrested If you treat an officer with respect and speeding is your only crime he may not even arrest you for driving 100+. But don't count on it. Either way you'll get an enormous fine.
2007-06-14 15:35:21 · answer #2 · answered by Andy S 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's what speed limits are for. Though I have to say, I think you can get away with 5-10 over the speed limit, b/c most do drive faster. But anything over that, you'll stand out and be pretty obvious should there be a radar pointing your way.
Why chance it? Besides, you could get to your destination 1 minute faster, but if it increases your risk of injury or death, it's not worth it.
2007-06-14 15:38:26 · answer #3 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most speeding tickets are infractions. However, depending on where you are speeding, going a certain speed over the posted speed limit becomes a misdemeanor and you can be arrested for that.
2007-06-14 15:32:07 · answer #4 · answered by Princess of the Realm 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can be arrested for speeding at any speed. Mostly, if you pull over, are not under the influence, and are courteous, you will get a ticket. It's the ones that don't stop that get arrested.
2007-06-14 15:27:23 · answer #5 · answered by magix151 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If by arrested you mean put in jail, the answer is no. But if you refuse to pay the ticket, you will quite likely be arrested and sent to jail.
2007-06-14 15:29:07 · answer #6 · answered by ironduke8159 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, but how you behave when you are pulled over can effect that, if you don't pull over when a cop runs the siren can effect that, and they will also run you for outstanding warrants.
But if you are from another state they can take you in, to ensure the ticket gets paid.
2007-06-14 15:26:51 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
In some states yes you can!!!
2007-06-14 15:27:44 · answer #8 · answered by dragonlady 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋