School zone and work zone speeding tickets in North Dakota

What is the school zone limit?

Twenty miles per hour "when passing a school during school recess or while children are going to or leaving school during opening or closing hours," unless local authorities post a lower speed.

What does a school zone ticket cost?

Over the posted speed	Fee
1 to 10 mph	$40
15 mph	$45
20 mph	$50

The law says the regular speeding fee applies if it would be greater. At 20 over, the regular fee is $80, so that's what you'd owe.

What does a work zone ticket cost?

Over the posted speed	Fee
1 to 10 mph	$150
15 mph	$160
20 mph	$170
25 mph	$180

When does the work zone fee apply?

Only when two things are true: people engaged in construction are present at the time and place, and the posted speed limit sign states "Minimum Fee $150." If either is missing, the regular speeding fee applies.

How many points?

The same as any speeding ticket at that speed. Where the limit is 65 or less, 1 to 10 over is 0 points, 11 to 15 is 1, 16 to 20 is 3, and 21 to 25 is 5.

Can a city charge more?

City ordinances can set their own amounts. The Fargo Municipal Court, for example, lists $80 for 1 to 10 over in school and construction zones, plus $2 for each mph above that. Your citation shows what you owe.

Can I keep the points off?

Yes, if the ticket is worth 5 points or fewer. Elect a driver training course at court when you post bond. The fee doesn't change.

What if the ticket is for 0 points?

Pay it. There's nothing for a course to keep off.