In Costa Rica, the major roads have a speed limit of 100 km/h (62 mph) and secondary roads have a 60 km/h (37 mph) speed limit. The speed limit around schools and hospitals is 25 km/h (15 mph). It is very common to see traffic police set up checkpoints in Costa Rica, they may use a radar to catch people speeding or pull you over for not wearing your seatbelt, they can also use these checkpoints to make sure you are carrying the right identification, always keep your license and your passport (or a copy) with you at all times.