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HRS §291C-101

Drive at a safe speed for the conditions

You must not drive faster than is safe for the current road, weather, and traffic. Slow down to a safe speed at intersections, railroad crossings, curves, hilltops, narrow roads, and when hazards exist. This rule applies to all drivers.

everyone

The statute, as written — Basic rule

No person shall drive a vehicle at a speed greater than is reasonable and prudent and having regard to the actual and potential hazards and conditions then existing. Consistent with the foregoing, every person shall drive at a safe and appropriate speed when approaching and crossing an intersection or railroad grade crossing, when approaching and going around a curve, when approaching a hill crest, when traveling upon any narrow or winding roadway, and when special hazards exist with respect to pedestrians or other traffic, or by reason of weather or highway conditions.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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