The cost of a speeding ticket in Georgia varies based on how much over the speed limit you were driving, the location (such as school or construction zones), and whether the offense qualifies as a "Super Speeder" violation.
Typical Speeding Ticket Fines in Georgia:
- 5-10 mph over the limit: around $30 fine, usually no points added.
- 11-18 mph over the limit: approximately $89 fine, 0-2 points.
- 19-23 mph over the limit: about $145 fine, 3 points.
- 24-30 mph over the limit: roughly $285 fine, 4 points.
- 31-40 mph over the limit: around $425 fine, 4-6 points.
- 41+ mph over the limit: fines range from $495 up to $1,355 or more, with 6 points added
In specific zones, fines can be higher:
- Speeding 15-18 mph over in a school or construction zone: $400.
- Speeding 19-23 mph over in a school or construction zone: $629
First-Time Offenders:
For first-time speeding offenders, fines are somewhat standardized with base fines plus mandatory add-ons, for example:
- 6-10 mph over: about $47.
- 11-14 mph over: about $150.
- 15-18 mph over: about $186.
- 19-23 mph over: about $223.
- 24-33 mph over: up to $735
Super Speeder Law:
If you are caught driving 75 mph or more on a two-lane road or 85 mph or more on any road or highway, you are classified as a "Super Speeder." This incurs an additional state fee of $200 on top of your regular speeding ticket fine
. Failure to pay this fee within 120 days results in suspension of your driver's license
Additional Penalties:
- Points on your license, which can increase insurance rates.
- Possible court appearances for serious offenses.
- In some counties like Forsyth, fines can exceed $1,000, and jail time is possible for very high speeds (over 90 mph)
In summary, a basic speeding ticket in Georgia can start as low as $30 but can escalate to over $1,000 depending on speed and location, with an additional $200 Super Speeder fee for extreme speeding violations