Miami-Dade Uses Photo Enforcement To Crack Down On Speeding In School Zones

Miami-Dade, FL - Miami-Dade has introduced photo enforcement systems at 11 schools in the county to improve safety in school zones, issuing $100 citations to drivers exceeding the 15 mph limit.

Authorities say motorists caught going over 15 mph can expect to receive a $100 citation as part of the initiative.

The program, launched on Monday, aims to raise public awareness and enhance safety in school zones, particularly for children, according to the county.

For the first 30 days, drivers caught speeding 10 mph or more over the limit will receive a warning.

After the 10 day grace period, citations will be issued.

The following schools are part of the initial rollout of the photo enforcement system:

The Miami-Dade Police Department said in a post on X (formerly Twitter) "Cameras and speed detection systems will only operate on school days, starting 30 minutes before school begins and ending 30 minutes after dismissal."

This initial rollout is part of a larger plan to install RedSpeed detection cameras in 206 school zones across unincorporated Miami-Dade County throughout the 2024-2025 school year.

Miami-Dade officials have also highlighted that Florida law allows municipalities to adopt similar programs, with some cities already implementing these measures.