Understanding the Need for Higher Fines in Construction and School Zones

To get your attention. If common sense and humanity don’t slow you down when children and workers may be on the road, maybe the threat of a double fine might get your attention.

Increased Incidents and Deterrents

As an additional deterrent, you will be slowed down if you speed there, placing construction workers and kids in danger. Such action has to be “rewarded” with increased fines.

The Logic Behind Higher Fines

Because that’s the way it is. The local government is using higher fines to reduce injury to workers and students caused by idiots who won’t slow down.

I think because the chance of injuring someone, or perhaps killing some innocent child or worker, is far greater. The higher cost obviously gets your attention as you have proven by asking the question.

Because the elected legislators decided that because of a much higher incident of deaths in those zones, they would make it more painful to speed through there.

Likelihood of Accidents

Due to the simple fact that you are more likely to hit someone in those areas. Children in school zones and construction workers in work zones. So the speed limits are stricter. Many states have warnings like “Hit a worker 10 years in jail and $10,000 fine.”

Given that most injuries are caused by construction vehicles, I’d like to see it applied to the operators of such vehicles as well.

Aim to Deter Speeders

State Legisatures have passed laws increasing fines in these areas. They have rightly realized that there is more danger to innocent people in these conditions. When construction is happening, and when students are present.

Additionally, in construction zones, there are also additional hazards that do not exist outside those zones. These hazards can include unpredictable work conditions, moving equipment, and workers on the road.

The Benefits of Stricter Enforcement

Stricter enforcement of speed limits in these areas can significantly reduce accidents and injuries. By providing a stark warning with higher fines, the public is encouraged to drive slower and more carefully during these times.

Ultimately, reducing accidents and injuries not only protects the safety of children and workers but also helps to avoid costly medical bills and emotional trauma for everyone involved.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the higher fines for speeding in construction and school zones serve a critical public safety function. While it may seem punitive, the intention is to protect lives and prevent tragedy. The logical extension of this is that if construction vehicles are a significant source of danger, regulations and higher penalties for drivers of these vehicles should also be considered.

If you have any questions or concerns about speeding fines in these areas, please consult your local traffic laws or contact the relevant authorities for more information.