Friday, February 26, 2010

Evanston To Increase School Zone Speeding Fines to $550

A new law increasing fines for speeding in Evanston school zones is set to go into effect March 8.

The Evanston City Council voted to increase the fines from $200 to $550 because many felt the set school zones speed limits were not being obeyed. Motorist should slow down to 20 miles per hour between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. when school is in session.

According to reports, $50 would go to the schools and the other $500 would go to the city.

Many studies have shown people hit by vehicles going 20 mph suffer significantly less life-threatening injuries than those hit by vehicles going just 10 mph faster.

If you or a loved one has been injured by a moving vehicle, Dwyer & McDevitt may be able to assist you. Contact us for a free consultation.

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