FAQs • City of Hyattsville • CivicEngage

School was not taking place in the school zone when I got my citation. Can you void my citation?: No. Citations may be issued regardless of whether children are present in the school zone. School zone speed limits are established in the interest of your safety and as well as the children. Whether or not school is taking place, it is imperative for you to obey the school zone speed limit in order to safely navigate through school zone conditions.

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Automated Speed Enforcement - Law-Related Questions

1. When did the law become effective?: The State law authorizing automated speed enforcement systems in school zones became effective October 1, 2009.

2. What is the fine?: Maryland legislation has set the civil penalty at $40.

3. Where do revenues from the fines go?: For specific financial questions, contact the Hyattsville Police Department at (301) 985-5060.

4. Will points be assessed against my license for a citation from the City of Hyattsville Safe Speed program?: No. Points will not be assessed against your driver’s license.

5. School was not taking place in the school zone when I got my citation. Can you void my citation?: No. Citations may be issued regardless of whether children are present in the school zone. School zone speed limits are established in the interest of your safety and as well as the children. Whether or not school is taking place, it is imperative for you to obey the school zone speed limit in order to safely navigate through school zone conditions.

6. I think a speed camera took a photo of my vehicle. How long will it take to get the citation in the mail?: For vehicles registered in Maryland, citations will be mailed no later than 14 days after the violation occurs. For vehicles registered in another state, citations will be mailed no later than 30 days after the violation occurs.