Florida school zone speeding ticket cost (2026): fines double
Speeding in a Florida school zone doubles the fine: 10–14 mph over is a $200 fine, which totals $306 in Palm Beach County and $319 in Miami-Dade County, per the clerks. A school-zone speed camera notice is $100 flat (s.318.18(3)(c), (d); verified Oct 25, 2026).
Last updated Oct 25, 2026 · Last verified Oct 25, 2026
Not legal advice. The amount on your citation or clerk notice controls.
- 10–14 over in a school zone, Miami-Dade
- $319
- Same, Palm Beach
- $306
- State minimum, 10–14 over
- $266
- School-zone camera notice
- $100
How much is a school zone speeding ticket in Florida?
The fine is double the regular speeding fine (s.318.18(3)(c)), with a $50 floor even at 1–5 mph over. State and county costs are added on top.
| Speed over the limit | Base fine | State minimum | Palm Beach County West Palm Beach | Miami-Dade County Miami | Broward County Fort Lauderdale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1–5 mph over | $50 | $116 | $156* | $169 | $116 + county costs |
| 6–9 mph over | $50 | $116 | $156 | $169 | $116 + county costs |
| 10–14 mph over | $200 | $266 | $306 | $319 | $266 + county costs |
| 15–19 mph over | $300 | $366 | $406 | $419 | $366 + county costs |
| 20–29 mph over | $350 | $416 | $456 | $469 | $416 + county costs |
| 30+ mph over | $500 | $566 | $606 | $619 | $566 + county costs |
Totals are what each clerk lists to pay the ticket (fine + court costs + fees). State minimum = base fine + state costs under s.318.18. Broward publishes no schedule, so its column shows the state minimum before Broward County costs; check the amount on your ticket. * Palm Beach lists 1–9 mph together. Verified Oct 25, 2026.
How much is a school zone ticket in Miami, Fort Lauderdale or West Palm Beach?
For 10–14 mph over in a school zone:
- Miami (Miami-Dade County): $319 for 10–14 mph over in a school zone, per the Miami-Dade Clerk's pay-the-ticket list.
- West Palm Beach (Palm Beach County): $306, per the Palm Beach County Clerk.
- Fort Lauderdale (Broward County): at least $266, the state minimum. The Broward Clerk publishes no fine schedule, so Broward County costs on top are not shown here. Check your ticket.
How much is a school zone speed camera ticket?
$100 flat (s.318.18(3)(d)). Of that, $77 goes to the city or county.
Do construction zones double the fine too?
Yes. Speeding in a construction zone while workers are present doubles the fine, the same as a school zone (s.318.18(3)(e)). The clerk totals above are the school-zone lines.
Is using a phone in a school zone a separate ticket?
Yes. Holding a phone while driving in a school or work zone is a moving violation with 3 points (s.316.306(4)(a)). For a 1st offense you may take a wireless-safety course instead, and the clerk may dismiss the ticket if you show you bought hands-free equipment.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a school zone speeding ticket in Florida?
Fines double in a school zone. 10–14 mph over is a $200 fine: $306 in total in Palm Beach County and $319 in Miami-Dade County. Even 1–5 mph over is a $50 fine.
How much is a school zone speed camera ticket in Florida?
$100 flat (s.318.18(3)(d)). Of that, $77 goes to the city or county.
Do construction zone speeding fines double in Florida?
Yes, when workers are present (s.318.18(3)(e)), the same as in school zones.
Can I get a ticket for using my phone in a school zone?
Yes. Using a handheld phone in a school or work zone is a moving violation with 3 points (s.316.306(4)(a)). For a 1st offense you may take a wireless-safety course instead, and the clerk may dismiss it if you show you bought hands-free equipment.
Sources
- Section 318.18, Florida Statutes (2026): amount of penalties, court costs and fees (verified Oct 25, 2026)
- Section 316.306, Florida Statutes (2026): handheld devices in school and work zones (verified Oct 25, 2026)
- Palm Beach County Clerk: traffic violation fees (verified Oct 25, 2026)
- Miami-Dade Clerk: civil traffic infractions (pay-the-ticket list: "Total payment includes fine, court costs and fees") (verified Oct 25, 2026)
- Broward County Clerk: Traffic and Misdemeanor (no fine schedule published) (verified Oct 25, 2026)
Last updated: Oct 25, 2026 · Next review: Jan 15, 2027 · Download CSV (fine totals) · Methodology
Not legal advice. The amount on your citation or clerk notice controls.