Traffic Violations in School Zones

The state of California imposes higher fines for certain violations of the law. Some violations happen frequently in public school zones. These areas are clearly marked with warning markers, lights or signs and law enforcement has a zero tolerance policy for driver error. These traffic tickets can be contested in court by Mr. Ticket, Los Angeles traffic ticket attorney.

The posted speed limits on local and city streets are established with input from safety engineers and the Highway Patrol. These speeds change when entering within 500 feet of school grounds. The prima facie speed limit is 25 mph unless a lower limit is posted. A speeding ticket in a posted school zone includes a base fine of $35 and quickly rises to $154 with the additions of county and state mandated fees. Mr. Ticket, expert traffic ticket lawyer in Los Angeles, can help you beat these tickets in court.

Not every school zone violation involves getting a speeding ticket. Children use crosswalks to safely cross streets during and after school hours. Every driver is expected to use caution when approaching a crosswalk or when directed by a school guard. Failure to yield the right of way at a crosswalk has a fine of $154. Not obeying a crossing guard brings a fine of $200. Each conviction of these violations will add one point to your license and you can have your license suspended for up to one year if you do not have an attorney fighting for you.

The motor vehicles laws concerning school zones are strict for a reason. Children need constant supervision and may not know how to avoid a speeding or distracted driver. Any driver that passes a stopped school bus with flashing lights causes immediate issuance of a $600 ticket and will add one point to their license upon conviction. Mr. Ticket can expertly defend against school zone tickets, cell phone tickets, a red light ticket, DUI or reckless driving allegations brought against you. This expert representation in court can convince a judge to dismiss your charge.