Penalties for Speeding in a Work Zone in Fairfax

A speeding ticket in Fairfax is punished with a fine and DMV points.  Certain areas in Fairfax have increased penalties for speeding, including work zones, school crossings and school zones, and residential areas.  This post focuses on the penalties for speeding in a work zone in Fairfax.

Penalties for Speeding in a Work Zone in Fairfax

The Penalties for Speeding in a Work Zone in Fairfax Include DMV Points and a Higher Fine

The penalties for speeding in a work zone in Fairfax apply to drivers who speed in a work zone when workers are present and the work zone has signs displaying the speed  limit and the penalties for speeding (Va. Code §46.2-878.1).  The penalties for speeding in a work zone in Fairfax include a fine, DMV points, and a conviction on the offender’s driving record.

Penalty for Speeding in a Work Zone in Fairfax: Fine

One of the penalties for speeding in a work zone in Fairfax is a fine.  The fine for speeding in a work zone in Fairfax can be pre-paid (Va. Code §46.2-878.3).  The pre-payable fine is generally $7 for every mile per hour over the speed limit the driver was speeding.  However, many drivers are surprised to learn that pre-paying the fine is an admission of guilt and will result in a conviction on the offender’s Virginia driving record.  The fine for speeding in a work zone in Fairfax can be up to $500.

Penalty for Speeding in a Work Zone in Fairfax: DMV Points

Another one of the penalties for speeding in a work zone in Fairfax is automatic DMV demerit points.  When a driver is convicted of speeding in a work zone in Fairfax, the DMV will add demerit points to the offender’s driving record.  The number of points is based on the driver’s speed.

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Penalty for Speeding in a Work Zone in Fairfax: Conviction on Driving Record

Another one of the penalties for speeding in a work zone in Fairfax is a conviction on the offender’s Virginia driving record.  Pre-paying the fine for a speeding ticket in Fairfax or being convicted in court will result in a conviction for a traffic offense which will remain on the offender’s Virginia driving record for 5 years.

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