Rhode Island H8481 increases fines for speeding in residential and school zones.
Rhode Island H8481 amends the state's traffic laws to increase the fines for speeding. Specifically, it raises the fine for speeding 1-10 mph over the posted speed limit in a residential or school zone to $175. For speeds exceeding 11 mph over the limit in these zones, the fine increases to $400. The bill does not alter other penalties or the process for adjudicating traffic offenses. It takes effect upon passage.
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