PA Traffic Law
Pennsylvania enforces traffic laws through local police, state police, and automated systems. The state uses a point system administered by PennDOT and offers several options for contesting citations, including requesting a hearing before a Magisterial District Judge.
Contest My PA Ticket — $4.99Pennsylvania assesses 2-5 points for most violations. Speeding 6-10 mph over is 2 points, 11-15 mph over is 3 points, 16-25 mph over is 4 points, and 26+ mph over is 5 points. Accumulating 6+ points triggers a written examination requirement. 11+ points results in license suspension (5 days per point for first offense). Points can be reduced by 3 through completion of a safe driving course.
Pennsylvania fines include a standard fine plus court costs and surcharges. Speeding fines start at $35 for minor violations but increase significantly with speed and zone. School zone and construction zone violations carry additional penalties. Red light camera fines (in Philadelphia) are $100. Cell phone violations are a secondary offense statewide.
To contest a ticket in Pennsylvania, you plead not guilty and request a hearing before a Magisterial District Judge. If you lose, you can appeal to the Court of Common Pleas for a new trial. Pennsylvania also allows negotiation with the citing officer or prosecutor before the hearing. Completing a safe driving course can reduce 3 points from your record.
Key Pennsylvania traffic laws include: Title 75 Section 3362 (maximum speed limits), 3112 (traffic signals), 3316 (texting while driving). Philadelphia has automated red light and speed cameras under specific enabling legislation. Pennsylvania law requires that speed timing devices be tested and certified within prescribed intervals.
How do I contest a traffic ticket in Pennsylvania?
Plead not guilty and request a hearing before a Magisterial District Judge within 10 days of receiving the citation.
How many points before suspension in Pennsylvania?
11 or more points results in license suspension. At 6 points, you must pass a written examination.
Can I reduce points in Pennsylvania?
Yes. Completing a PennDOT-approved safe driving course reduces 3 points from your record. Points also reduce by 3 for every 12 consecutive months without a violation.
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