Georgia Super Speeder law affects drivers in metro atlanta

A new law takes effect January 1, 2010 requiring an additional $200 fine, imposed by the STATE, not the court, for driving 85 mph or more on multi-lane roads (state highways and interstates) and 75 mph or more on two-lane roads (those roads with one lane in each direction).

First, a driver pay a fine at the local court (fines vary as each jurisdiction sets its own fines). Then, the state will send a letter notifying the driver of the $200 "fine," which must be paid within 90 days of the letter's date.
Drivers who don't pay the state fine will have their licenses suspended. The law requires that money collected from the fines to fund trauma services, but where it's actually spent will be up to the state Legislature.

Here's what you need to know to comply with Georgia law:

• Use cruise control set at the posted speed limit. Do not drive faster than reasonable given the traffic and weather conditions.
• Georgia law (O.C.G.A. 40-6-1 (b)) provides "Unless a different maximum fine or greater minimum fine is specifically provided in this chapter for a particular violation [such as school or construction zones], the maximum fine which may be imposed as punishment for a first offense of exceeding a maximum lawful speed limit:

(1) By five miles per hour or less shall be no dollars;
(2) By more than five but not more than ten miles per hour shall not
exceed $25.00;
(3) By more than ten but not more than 14 miles per hour shall not
exceed $100.00;
(4) By more than 14 but less than 19 miles per hour shall not exceed
$125.00;
(5) By 19 or more but less than 24 miles per hour shall not exceed
$150.00; or
(6) By 24 or more but less than 34 miles per hour shall not exceed
$500.00."

And don't forget: the courts collect surcharges to all fines (sort of a fine on a fine).

If you have a serious traffic charge, contact Jessica Towne.

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