Drivers often believe that speeding is acceptable in specific situations. Common reasons include rushing someone to a hospital, completing an overtake, or avoiding road hazards. However, the law does not allow drivers to decide for themselves when rules can be broken. Even an emergency trip to a hospital is frequently not seen as a sufficient excuse in court. The law does not provide a general permit for such personal assessments. This raises questions about where the legal line exists between a traffic violation and extreme necessity.