General Motor Laws

• Speed
  

  • 70 mph on rural interstates
  • 65 mph on multi-lane, divided state or U.S. highways with medians.
  • 55 on two-lane highways and other state roads.
  • As posted in residential, business, and other areas.
  • NOTE: Speed limits may not be increased to the maximum in some areas due to safety factors.
    
• Seat Belt Requirements
  • LRS 32:295.1
    
• Child Restraint System
  • LRS 32:295
    
• Headlight Use
  • LRS 32:301
  • LRS 32:322
    
• Auxiliary Driving Lights
  • LRS 32:317
  • LRS 32:326
    
• Open Bed of Pickup Trucks
  • LRS 32:284
    
• Motorcycles
  • LRS 32:190
  • LRS 32:190.1
  • LRS 32:191
  • LRS 32:191.1
    
• Title 32 - Motor vehicles and traffic regulation