In Texas, speeding ticket fines vary widely depending on how much you exceed the speed limit, the location of the offense (such as school or construction zones), and the municipality where the ticket is issued.
General Cost Range
- The typical speeding ticket fine ranges from about $146 to $500 or more , including court fees
- The maximum fine for speeding is around $500 in Texas, but many tickets cost less depending on the severity and location
Examples by Speed Over Limit and Location (Including Court Fees)
Houston
MPH Over Limit| Posted Zone Fine| School Zone Fine| Construction Zone Fine
(workers present)
---|---|---|---
1 – 5 mph| $224| $254| $269
6 – 9 mph| $234| $274| $294
10 – 14 mph| $259| $289| $329
15 – 19 mph| $284| $309| $414
20 – 29 mph| $309| $334| $464
30+ mph| $334| $359| $534
Dallas
- 10 mph over: $201.10 (base fine $97 + $104.10 court fees)
- 15 mph over: $226.10
- 20 mph over: $251.10
- 25 mph or more over: $304.10
- School zone adds an extra $25 fee on top of these amounts
Bell County
MPH Over Limit| Fine
---|---
1 – 5 mph| $177
6 – 10 mph| $187
11 – 15 mph| $212
16 – 20 mph| $237
21 – 24 mph| $286
Austin
- Fines increase by about $7.50 per mph over the limit starting around $192 for 11 mph over, going up to $281 for 19+ mph over
Additional Notes
- Speeding in school or construction zones typically results in higher fines.
- Court and administrative fees usually add $50 to $150 or more to the base fine
- Texas no longer uses a driver's license point system, but multiple violations can lead to license suspension.
- Insurance premiums typically increase 22% to 29% for three years after a speeding ticket
In summary, expect to pay between about $146 and $500+ for a speeding ticket in Texas, with exact fines depending heavily on location, how much you were speeding, and whether the offense occurred in special zones like schools or construction areas
