Busy Lakeshore Drive was the scene of the latest speed trap set up by city police and two drivers were caught going 78 in a 50 km/h zone.
Police sat at the 100 to 200 block of Lakeshore Drive over a three-hour period on Tuesday morning and eight drivers were issued speeding tickets.
“Some drivers are still not getting the message,” said Cst. Ken Ayres, Traffic Unit, North Bay Police Service, who witnessed speeding motorists pass vehicles travelling the speed limit as if they were standing still. “The speed limit within the city is 50 km per hour, unless otherwise posted,” he added. “Lakeshore Drive is a very busy four-lane road, with lots of pedestrian and cycling activity. Ignorance is no excuse. Drivers who speed are putting themselves and others at risk.”
Speeding Fines under the Highway Traffic Act
|
Kilometres per hour over the maximum speed |
Set Fine |
|
1-19 km |
$2.50 per kilometre |
|
20-29 km |
$3.75 per kilometre |
|
30-49 km |
$6 per kilometre |
|
50 km or more |
No out of court settlement |
Demerit points for speeding upon conviction
|
Kilometres per hour over the maximum speed |
Demerit points |
|
16-29 km |
Three |
|
30-49 km |
Four |
|
50 km or more |
Six demerit points, vehicle impoundment, and court summons |
Example: A driver who travels at 74 km/hour on Lakeshore Drive, where the speed limit is 50 km/hour, could face a $90 fine plus court cost and victims of crime surcharge, for a total of $115. The driver could also face three demerit points upon conviction.
To understand how demerit points work, visit: ontario.ca/page/understanding-demerit-points
