Bill > SB402

This bill increases the maximum civil penalty that can be assessed for speeding violations captured by speed monitoring systems in Baltimore City from $40 to $60. Currently, speed monitoring systems (commonly known as speed cameras) can issue civil penalties to vehicle owners or drivers when their vehicle is recorded exceeding the speed limit, without a police officer being present at the time of the violation. The bill specifically targets speed monitoring systems located within Baltimore City, allowing them to impose a higher maximum fine compared to other jurisdictions in Maryland. The new maximum penalty of $60 will take effect on October 1, 2025, and applies only to violations recorded by speed cameras in Baltimore City, while maintaining the existing $40 maximum penalty for speed camera violations in other parts of the state. The bill aims to potentially increase deterrence of speeding in Baltimore City by implementing a higher financial consequence for traffic violations detected by automated monitoring systems.

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https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0402?ys=2025RS