Boulder County, Colorado – An 18-year-old was cited for driving 80 mph in a 45 zone on North 95th Street.
According to the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office, deputies conducted a traffic stop near North 95th Street south of Lookout Road after allegedly observing a vehicle traveling 80 miles per hour in a posted 45 mph zone.
Authorities said the driver told deputies he was speeding because he was late taking a passenger to a dentist appointment. The vehicle was allegedly traveling 35 mph over the speed limit.
The driver was cited for speeding 25 to 39 miles per hour over the limit. Under Colorado law, that level of speeding qualifies as criminal speeding and requires a mandatory court appearance.
The Sheriff’s Office emphasized that being late does not justify driving significantly above the posted speed limit. Deputies noted that speeding at that level increases the risk of serious injury or death for drivers, passengers, and others on the roadway.
North 95th Street is a commonly used corridor for local commuters and young drivers traveling between Boulder and surrounding communities.
The investigation remains limited to the traffic violation, and no injuries were reported.
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