Illinois Speeding Ticket Fines & Penalties Guide
Legal reference for Illinois speeding citations. Review exact fine schedules, excessive speeding criminal misdemeanor brackets, mandatory court appearance triggers under Supreme Court Rule 551, construction zone surcharges, and Secretary of State license point penalties under 625 ILCS 5/11-601 and 625 ILCS 5/11-601.5.
01 / STATUTORY SCHEDULE
Complete Illinois Speeding Fine & Penalty Schedule
| Speed Over Limit | Classification | Base Fine / Bail | Jail Exposure | Rule 551 Court | Illinois Statute |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 – 20 MPH | Petty Offense | $164.00 preset bail | None | No (Payable) | 625 ILCS 5/11-601(b) |
| 21 – 25 MPH | Petty Offense | $164.00 preset bail | None | No (Payable) | 625 ILCS 5/11-601(b) |
| 26 – 34 MPH | Class B Misdemeanor | Up to $1,500.00 | Up to 6 Months Jail | Mandatory Court | 625 ILCS 5/11-601.5(a) |
| 35+ MPH | Class A Misdemeanor | Up to $2,500.00 | Up to 364 Days Jail | Mandatory Court | 625 ILCS 5/11-601.5(b) |
| School Zone | Petty / Enhanced | $150.00 min (1st) / $300 (2nd) | None (unless ≥26 over) | Mandatory Court | 625 ILCS 5/11-605 |
| Construction Zone | Petty / Enhanced | $250.00 min (1st) / $750 (2nd) | 90-day suspension on 2nd | Mandatory Court | 625 ILCS 5/11-605.1 |
02 / CRIMINAL MISDEMEANORS
Excessive & Aggravated Speeding (Criminal Misdemeanor Brackets)
26 to 34 MPH Over Posted Limit
Class B MisdemeanorIn Illinois, driving 26 mph or more over the posted speed limit is not a simple traffic infraction—it is a criminal misdemeanor offense under 625 ILCS 5/11-601.5(a).
35 MPH or More Over Posted Limit
Class A MisdemeanorDriving 35 mph or more over the posted limit constitutes aggravated speeding under 625 ILCS 5/11-601.5(b), the highest misdemeanor classification in Illinois law.
03 / SOS POINTS
Secretary of State License Points for Speeding
The Illinois Secretary of State assesses demerit points against your driving record for every moving violation conviction. Accumulating 3 convictions within 12 months triggers a mandatory driver's license suspension.
Speeding Point Brackets
- 1 to 10 MPH over: 5 points
- 11 to 14 MPH over: 15 points
- 15 to 25 MPH over: 20 points
- 26 MPH or more over: 50 points
Suspension Point Thresholds
- 10 to 34 points: None (unless 3 violations in 12 mo)
- 35 to 49 points: 1-Month Suspension
- 50 to 74 points: 3-Month Suspension
- 75 to 89 points: 6-Month Suspension
- 90 to 99 points: 9-Month Suspension
- 100+ points: 12-Month Suspension / Revocation
04 / SPEEDING FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions: Illinois Speeding Laws
Can you pay an Illinois speeding ticket online without going to court?
Yes, if cited for 1 to 25 mph over the posted speed limit on a standard roadway. For these petty offense violations, you can pay the preset $164 fine or apply for court supervision online or by mail, provided you have not had two prior moving convictions in the preceding 12 months. Citations for 26 mph or more over the limit require mandatory in-person court appearance before a judge under Supreme Court Rule 551.
What is the penalty for speeding 26 to 34 mph over the limit in Illinois?
Driving 26 to 34 mph over the posted limit is a Class B misdemeanor under 625 ILCS 5/11-601.5(a). It carries statutory penalties of up to 6 months in county jail and fines up to $1,500. Personal court appearance is mandatory under Supreme Court Rule 551. You cannot satisfy this charge through mail-in payment or online preset bail.
What are the penalties for speeding 35 mph or more over the limit in Illinois?
Driving 35 mph or more over the posted speed limit is a Class A misdemeanor under 625 ILCS 5/11-601.5(b). It carries statutory penalties of up to 364 days in county jail and fines up to $2,500. Court appearance before a judge is strictly mandatory. First-time offenders may be eligible for court supervision only under narrow statutory conditions.
How does court supervision work for an Illinois speeding ticket?
Court supervision under 730 ILCS 5/5-6-1 is a deferred disposition that prevents a conviction from appearing on your public driving record. If granted supervision and you complete the term (typically 90 to 120 days) without additional violations, the charge is dismissed. Drivers under age 21 must complete an approved driver improvement clinic and cannot receive supervision more than twice in their lifetime.
What are the fines and license penalties for speeding in an Illinois construction zone?
Speeding in an active construction zone carries a mandatory minimum $250 fine plus a $125 surcharge under 625 ILCS 5/11-605.1. A second violation carries a mandatory minimum fine of $750 and triggers an automatic 90-day driver's license suspension by the Secretary of State. Court supervision is strictly prohibited by statute for construction zone speeding.
How many points does a speeding ticket add to your Illinois driver's license?
The Illinois Secretary of State assigns points based on speed: 1 to 10 mph over = 5 points; 11 to 14 mph over = 15 points; 15 to 25 mph over = 20 points; 26 mph or more over = 50 points. Accumulating three moving violation convictions within 12 months results in license suspension: 35-49 points yields 1 month, 50-74 points yields 3 months, 75-89 points yields 6 months, and 100+ points triggers a 12-month suspension or revocation.