Roadway construction zones are nothing unusual in Louisiana. However, these areas can prove costly if you receive a speeding ticket in one of them. The state Department of Transportation refers to areas in which there are road construction or maintenance activities taking place as “work zones” and imposes hefty fines for drivers who are caught speeding in these construction zones. Read on for information about what happens if you get a speeding ticket in a work zone and how a New Orleans traffic ticket lawyer can help.
More than 700 people are killed each year inside of roadway work zones, with the drivers and passengers of motor vehicles accounting for the majority of these deaths. Around 200 of these fatal accidents involve a vehicle that was traveling faster than the posted speed limit or than the conditions of the roadway will safely allow. In order to prevent speed-related accidents from happening in work zones, Louisiana lawmakers decided to impose fines that are double the standard fines imposed for speeding outside of the work zone.
In order to be subject to double the standard traffic fine for speeding, there must be workers present in the work zone at the time that the ticket was issued. The double fine is referred to as an “enhancement” to the standard fines which are imposed in increasing amounts based on how far over the speed limit the driver was traveling.
If you have received a ticket for speeding in a construction zone in New Orleans, you have a couple of different options for how to handle the matter, including:
One thing that isn’t an option when it comes to receiving a speeding ticket in a work zone is ignoring the ticket. Those who have let a ticket remain unpaid for a certain amount of time in New Orleans can wind up having a warrant issued for their arrest.
If you get a speeding ticket in a construction zone in New Orleans, it is possible to get your penalties reduced or the case dismissed, prevent the ticket from appearing on your driving record, and avoid an increase to your insurance premiums, but only if you are willing to fight it. Our experienced traffic offense lawyers can help you understand your options and fight to prevent you from experiencing the most negative outcomes associated with a work zone ticket. Some of the common defenses used in work zone speeding ticket cases include:
Traffic tickets require action to be taken within a certain amount of time or the individual faces increasingly more severe penalties, including an arrest warrant or a contempt fine. This is one of the many reasons it is important that you talk to a traffic offense lawyer as soon as possible after receiving your ticket. Let our experienced lawyers help you with your construction zone speeding ticket. Call us or contact us online for more information.
The Law Office of Heather C. Ford will give you peace of mind about your ticket for speeding in a construction zone. She will professionally and effectively represent you on your behalf in front of any prosecutors or judges. Trust that your case will be handled with your best interests in mind. Text us a copy of your traffic tickets or request a free consultation to start building your defense.
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If you are found to be speeding in a construction zone, you will be ticketed by the officer and fined accordingly. It is important to remember that not only are speed limits lower in construction zones but also the fines will be double what they would be normally.
In Louisiana, the speed limit around a construction zone will depend on the location and the specific work that is taking place. The speed limit will be lower than the usual speed limit for that area and will be clearly marked with temporary signs surrounding the work zone.
A construction zone (also known as a work zone) is anywhere work is taking place along the road. This may or may not involve lane closures, workers present, and large machinery.
