ALPS vs Speed Cameras?

[RedRocket]

^ - Above is correct, & they choose the Construction Zones b/c it's easy $$ as the speed limits are reduced to 55mph in those zones. I'm surprised the penalties are not x2 as they are in MOST States when caught above PSL in Construction areas.

[jarvust]

Hey Guys:

Thanks for all the helpful posts, they were really informative!
As far as poliscan use in Maryland, it's all over the state and in individual communities. They are mounted everywhere from on the front of parked jeeps and other vehicles in construction zones on major highways/interstates, right down to fixed permanent and semi-permanent cameras (roadside box) in neighborhoods and school zones.

[modsl55amg]

^ - Above is correct, & they choose the Construction Zones b/c it's easy $$ as the speed limits are reduced to 55mph in those zones. I'm surprised the penalties are not x2 as they are in MOST States when caught above PSL in Construction areas.

Here in New Jersey, the speeding fines ARE DOUBLED in construction zones, even if there is no actual construction taking place and no workers present!

I'll have to take a closer look at what the signs say, regarding fines, the next time I drive thru construction zones in Delaware and Maryland.

[jarvust]

Here in New Jersey, the speeding fines ARE DOUBLED in construction zones, even if there is no actual construction taking place and no workers present!

I'll have to take a closer look at what the signs say, regarding fines, the next time I drive thru construction zones in Delaware and Maryland.

Fines can be doubled in construction zones in many states. HOWEVER, if your car is ticketed by a camera in the zone (as opposed to you, the driver, being ticketed by a LEO) there is a possibility the double fine may not apply to a camera ticket. You'd have to see what authority was granted by the each state with respect to camera operation specifically. It may or may not be covered by the doubling authority.

[modsl55amg]

Fines can be doubled in construction zones in many states. HOWEVER, if your car is ticketed by a camera in the zone (as opposed to you, the driver, being ticketed by a LEO) there is a possibility the double fine may not apply to a camera ticket. You'd have to see what authority was granted by the each state with respect to camera operation specifically. It may or may not be covered by the doubling authority.

Here in N.J., AFAIK, speed cameras and/or Poliscan cameras are not used, whether it be in a construction zone or elsewhere. If someone is caught speeding in a construction zone or elsewhere, their speed most likely will have been obtained by police or State Troopers, using RADAR or LIDAR. The driver will have an up close and personal visit from the police officer or State Trooper, and will be personally presented with the ticket.