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NC S49

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

5/3/2011

Primary Sponsor

Austin Allran

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Origin

Senate

2011-2012 Session

AI Summary

  • Increases the penalty for speeding in school zones from a minimum of $25 to $250 under G.S. 20-141.1
  • Increases the penalty for speeding on school property from a minimum of $25 to $250 under G.S. 20-141(e1)
  • Applies to both school zones (areas adjacent to or near schools) and school grounds where lower speed limits are posted
  • Becomes effective August 25, 2011, and applies to offenses committed on or after that date
  • Speeds in school zones must still comply with posted limits (minimum 20 mph) and enforcement occurs only when school is in session

Legislative Description

Increase Fine for Speeding/School Zones

Last Action

Ch. SL 2011-64

5/3/2011

Committee Referrals

Judiciary Subcommittee B3/14/2011
Judiciary3/3/2011
Judiciary II2/9/2011

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