Ley 1239 de 2008 | Ley 1239 de 2008 — Colombia law | Esheria

Ley 1239 de 2008

This is the preamble to Law 1239 of 2008; it says the law amends articles 106 and 107 of Law 769 of 2002 and includes other provisions.

Jurisdiction
Colombia
Instrument
Act or statute
Citation
Ley 1239 de 2008
Version
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Language
es
Updated
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About this statute

This is the preamble to Law 1239 of 2008; it says the law amends articles 106 and 107 of Law 769 of 2002 and includes other provisions. The local traffic authority must set and sign urban road speed limits; maximum speeds are capped at 80 km/h, with 60 km/h for public service, cargo, and school transport vehicles, and up to 30 km/h in school and residential zones. This article sets speed limits for national and departmental roads and requires the responsible authorities to signpost those restrictions. Las motocicletas must follow specific road-safety rules, including staying in one lane, using lights and mirrors, and not carrying dangerous or obstructive objects. This article says the law takes effect from the date it is promulgated.

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