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Driving Over the Posted Speed Limit In a School Zone

By Walin & Klarich

Why You Need An Experienced California Traffic Attorney When Cited For A Traffic Ticket If you are cited for driving over the posted speed limit, it is imperative that you hire an experienced, aggressive traffic attorney. California Vehicle Code Section 22352 states that when approaching or passing a school building, the speed limit is 25 mph, regardless of the posted speed limit. Typically these tickets are issued during school hours, when school children are going to and from school. However, under certain circumstances law enforcement officers may issue a citation for a violation of CVC 22352 when school is not in session. A violation of this vehicle code will result in substantial fines and increased insurance premiums. A violation may also result in a suspension of your license if you have accumulated too many points on your record...continue to full post

Full post as published by Southern California Criminal Defense Blog on January 21, 2009 (boomark / email).