Speeding is to be set nationally as a Serious, major citation with potential $1000.00 fines on the first offence depending on the number of miles per hour above the set limit; no longer a misdemeanor. Its too acrimonious when the officers who are guardians of the constitutional rights seem not to respect the gravity of failing to notify drivers of the arrest or read their rights related to failure to identify. It is killing both drivers and officers in some cases. Exemplary, dignified Officers except they did not inform her that they are now proceeding to arrest her and why. They did not read her the rights. The Judge will decide. Yes, in Ohio, failing to provide identification when stopped for speeding is considered a crime, as per Ohio Revised Code Section 2921.29, which states that a person must provide their name, address, and date of birth if a police officer has a reasonable suspicion that a criminal offense has been committed; refusing to do so can result in a charge of "failure to disclose personal information." Speeding is not a crime in all states but it is a crime in Ohio that requires you to provide ID when it is requested.

 Speeding is to be set nationally as a Serious, major citation with potential $1000.00 fines on the first offence depending on the number of miles per hour above the set limit;  no longer a misdemeanor. Its too acrimonious when the officers who are guardians of the constitutional rights seem not to respect the gravity of failing to notify drivers of the arrest or read their rights related to failure to identify.  It is killing both drivers and officers in some cases.   Exemplary,  dignified Officers except  they did not inform  her that they are now proceeding to arrest her and why.  They did not read her the rights.    The Judge will decide.     Yes, in Ohio, failing to provide identification when stopped for speeding is considered a crime, as per Ohio Revised Code Section 2921.29, which states that a person must provide their name, address, and date of birth if a police officer has a reasonable suspicion that a criminal offense has been committed; refusing to do so can result in a charge of "failure to disclose personal information."  Speeding is not a crime in all states but it is a crime in Ohio that requires you to provide ID when it is requested.


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Yes, in Ohio, failing to provide identification when stopped for speeding is considered a crime, as per Ohio Revised Code Section 2921.29, which states that a person must provide their name, address, and date of birth if a police officer has a reasonable suspicion that a criminal offense has been committed; refusing to do so can result in a charge of "failure to disclose personal information."

Speeding is not a crime in all states but it is a crime in Ohio that requires you to provide ID 

when it is requested.

Ohio Revised Code Section 2921.29 addresses when law enforcement can request personal information from someone in public. It states that a person cannot refuse to provide their name, address, or date of birth if requested by a law enforcement officer. 

When can a law enforcement officer request personal information?
  • The officer has reasonable suspicion that the person has committed, is committing, or is about to commit a crime 
  • The person witnessed a felony offense that results in or creates a substantial risk of serious physical harm to another person or to property 
What is the penalty for failing to disclose personal information? 
  • A fourth degree misdemeanor, which could result in a maximum penalty of 30 days in jail and a $250 fine
Where is this section found in the Ohio Revised Code? Title 29 - CRIMES-PROCEDURE and Chapter 2921 - OFFENSES AGAINST JUSTICE AND PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION. 

The Ohio State Bar Association says that you are not required to show the police your identification unless you are driving. 

In most states, a typical speeding ticket is considered an infraction, not a misdemeanor, meaning it's not a criminal offense; however, if you are speeding significantly above the limit, depending on the state, it could be classified as a misdemeanor, especially if it results in an accident or other aggravating factors. 
Key points about speeding and misdemeanors:
  • Generally not a misdemeanor:
    Most speeding violations are considered infractions, only resulting in a fine and potential points on your license. 
  • Factors that can make it a misdemeanor:
    Speeding significantly above the speed limit, causing an accident, or having a history of speeding violations. 
  • State variations:
    The specific laws defining when speeding becomes a misdemeanor vary by state. 
Example: In Illinois, exceeding the speed limit by 26-34 mph can be classified as a Class B misdemeanor, while going 35 mph or more over the limit could be a Class A misdemeanor. 


Throughout most of the US, speeding is not a misdemeanor crime.  
Key points to remember:
  • Reasonable suspicion:
    Police must have a reasonable suspicion that a crime has been committed to ask for your identification. 
  • Driver's license required:
    If you are driving a vehicle, you are required to present your driver's license when stopped by a police officer. 
  • Potential charge:
    Failing to provide identification when asked could lead to a misdemeanor charge. 
Speeding is a crime in Ohio but is usually charged as a minor misdemeanor. However, the penalties can vary depending on the circumstances. 

Penalties for speeding
  • First or second offenseA fine of up to $150 
  • Third offense within one yearA fourth-degree misdemeanor with a fine of up to $250 and up to 30 days in jail 
  • Fourth or subsequent offense within one yearA third-degree misdemeanor with a fine of up to $500 and up to 60 days in jail 
  • Driving over 35 mph in a school or construction zoneA fourth-degree misdemeanor with a fine that may be doubled 
Other consequences 
  • Accumulating 12 points within a 24-month period results in an automatic license suspension
  • Driving 30 mph or more over the speed limit could result in a reckless driving charge, which can also lead to a license suspension
Speeding as a strict liability offense
Speeding is a strict liability offense in Ohio, which means that it doesn't matter if you know the speed limit. 


In Ohio, speeding is charged as a misdemeanor under ORC § 4511.21 and ORC § 4511.99The penalties depend on the number of speeding convictions and the circumstances of the offense. 
Penalties
  • First or second offenseA fine of up to $150 
  • Third offenseA fine of up to $250 and up to 30 days in jail 
  • Fourth offense or moreA fine of up to $500 and up to 60 days in jail 
Other consequences 
  • Points on your driver's license
  • Increased auto insurance premiums
  • License suspension if you accumulate 12 points within 24 months
Factors affecting penalties 
  • The speed at which you were going
  • Where the offense occurred
  • The type of vehicle involved
  • Whether you were near a school or in a work zone
  • Whether you were driving over 35 mph in a business or school zone
Additional penalties
  • Fines are doubled for speeding violations that occur in a construction zone 
  • Driving 30 mph could carry a reckless driving charge 

In some states, speeding is not a crime/misdemeanor that could lead to arrest if 
you do not provide ID when requested.  

State Speeding Laws

The chart below can help you find the statute for speeding laws and penalties in your state.

StateState codesFines and jail timesLicense actions
AlabamaSpeeding is a misdemeanor (AL § 32-5A-8) with varying penalties:
  • First offense: Up to $100 and 10 days in jail
  • Second offense: Up to $200 and 30 days in jail
  • Third offense: Up to $500 and three months in jail
Suspension or revocation by point system (AL § 32-5A-195(k))
AlaskaSpeed Restrictions (13 Alaska Admin Code 02.275 to 02.330)Breaking the speed limit is a non-criminal infraction subject to a maximum $300 fine (AS § 28.90.10).Suspension or revocation by point system (AS § 28.15.251)
ArizonaSpeed Restrictions (ARS § 28-701 to § 28-710)Speeding is usually a civil traffic violation (ARS § 28-121), and the penalties differ by specific violation:Excessive speeding is a Class 3 misdemeanor with up to 30 days in jail and a $500 fine (ARS § 28-701.02).Suspension or revocation by point system (ARS § 28-3306 and Arizona Administrative Code R17-4-404)
ArkansasSpeed Limits (AR Code Title 27, Ch. 51, Subchapter 2), including reasonable speed and maximum limits (AR § 27-51-201)You can face misdemeanor charges for speeding. For example, a Class C misdemeanor for driving more than 15 mph above the limit can carry the following penalties:
  • First offense: $100 fine and up to 10 days in jail
  • Second offense: $200 fine and up to 20 days in jail
  • Three or more offenses: $500 fine and up to six months in jail

(AR § 27-50-302 and AR § 27-50-304)

Suspension by court order or point system (AR § 27-50-306)
CaliforniaSpeeding is an infraction with the following fines:
  • First offense: $100
  • Second offense: $200
  • Third offense: $250

(CA VEH § 42001)

Suspension (CA VEH § 13200)
ColoradoSpeed Limits (CRS § 42-4-1101)Colorado considers speeding a Class A traffic infraction with fines from $15 to $100 (CRS § 42-4-1101 and CRS § 42-4-1701).Suspension through a point system (CRS § 42-2-127)
ConnecticutVehicle Highway Use: Speeding (GSC Title 14, Ch. 248), including:Speeding is an infraction in Connecticut (GSC § 14-219), and fines range from $35 to $90 (GSC § 51-164m).Suspension or revocation (GCS § 14-111b)
DelawareSpeed Restrictions (DE Code Title 21, Part III, Ch. 41, Subchapter VIII) including:Delaware classifies speeding as a misdemeanor with the following fines:
  • First offense: $25 to $75
  • Subsequent offense: $57.50 to $95

(DE Code Title 21 § 4205)

Suspension (DE Code Title 21 § 2733)
District of ColumbiaSpeeding offenses are subject to a civil fine, including:
  • Unreasonable speed: $100
  • Speed limit violations: up to $300
(18 DC Mun. Regs. § 2600.1)
Suspension or revocation by point system (DC Code § 50-1403.1)
FloridaUnlawful speed (FS § 316.183FS § 316.187, and FS § 316.189)Speeding in Florida is a non-criminal traffic infraction, and potential fines range from $25 to $250 based on the miles above the speed limit (FS § 318.18).Suspension or revocation through a point system or court order (FS § 316.655 and FS § 322.27)
GeorgiaGeorgia charges speeding drivers with a misdemeanor that carries fines up to $500 (Georgia Code § 40-6-1).Suspension through a point system (Georgia Code § 40-5-57)
HawaiiSpeeding is typically a traffic infraction in Hawaii with the following fines:
  • First offense: $200
  • Second offense: $300
  • Third offense: $500

(HRS § 291C-161)

Court-ordered suspension or revocation (HRS § 291C-170)
IdahoBasic rule and maximum speed limits (Idaho Code § 49-654)Idaho's speeding infraction fines can be up to $300 (Idaho Code § 49-110).Suspension through a point system (Idaho Code § 49-326)
IllinoisSpeed Restrictions (625 ILCS § 5/11-601 to § 5/11-611)Illinois speeding violations (625 ILCS § 5/16-104) vary as follows:
  • First or second offense: Petty offense with a fine between $75 and $1,000 (730 ILCS § 5/5-4.5-75)
  • Third or subsequent offense: Class C misdemeanor with a fine between $75 and $1,500 and jail time for 30 days or less (730 ILCS § 5/5-4.5-65)
  • Excessive speeding: Class B misdemeanor for 26-35 miles in excess or Class A misdemeanor for more than 35 miles in excess (625 ILCS § 5/11-601.5)
Suspension or revocation based on three traffic offenses within 12 months (625 ILCS § 5/6-206)
IndianaSpeed Limits (IC § 9-21-5-1 to § 9-21-5-2)Speeding is a Class C infraction with a fine of $1,000 or less (IC § 34-28-5-4).Suspension (IC § 9-30-4-6.1)
IowaSpeed Restrictions (IA Code § 321.285 to § 321.295)Speeding is a simple misdemeanor (IA Code § 321.482) with a fine of $65 to $625 and up to 30 days in jail (IA Code § 903.1).Suspension (IA Code § 321.210)
KansasMaximum speed limits (KSA § 8-1557 and KSA § 8-1558)Speeding in Kansas is a traffic infraction (KSA § 8-2116 and KSA § 8-2118). The fine can be up to $500 (KSA § 21-6611).Revocation, suspension, or restriction (KSA § 8-255)
KentuckySpeed; the secretary can increase the speed limit in certain areas by official order; parking (KRS § 189.390)Speeding is a violation (KRS § 532.020). Fines for speeding are up to $100 plus court costs, but the fines double in school areas with flashing lights (KRS § 189.394).Suspension or revocation (KRS § 186.560 and KRS § 186.570)
LouisianaSpeeding is a misdemeanor with the following penalties:
  • First offense: up to $175 in fines and 30 days in jail
  • Second and additional offenses: up to $500 in fines and 90 days in jail

(LRS § 32:57)

Suspension, revocation, or cancellation (LRS § 32:414)
MaineRates of speed (29-A MRS § 2074)Speeding charges are non-criminal traffic infractions in Maine. You may face fines from $25 to $500 (29-A MRS § 10129-A MRS § 103, and 29-A MRS § 104).Suspension or revocation (29-A MRS § 2458)
MarylandSpeed restrictions include:Speeding is a misdemeanor with fines of up to $500 (MD TR § 27-101).Suspension (MD TR § 16-208)
Massachusetts
  • Speed limits with reasonable and prudent speed standard (90 MGL § 17)
  • Speed limit for the Massachusetts Turnpike (90 MGL § 17A)
Speeding is a civil motor vehicle infraction (90C MGL § 1). The minimum fine is $50. Offenses of at least 10 mph over the speed limit raise the fine by $10 per mile in excess (90 MGL § 20).Suspension or revocation (90 MGL § 20 and 90 MGL § 27)
MichiganSpeed restrictions (MCL § 257.627 to § 257.633).In Michigan, speeding is a civil infraction. The number of miles per hour over the speed limit determines the fine amount (MCL § 257.627MCL § 257.628, and MCL § 257.629c ).Suspension through a point system (MCL § 257.320)
MinnesotaSpeed limits, zones; radar (MN Stat. § 169.14)Minnesota classifies speeding as a petty misdemeanor, or the charge rises to a misdemeanor if you have three or more violations within 12 months (MN Stat. § 169.89). Penalties include:
  • Petty misdemeanor: a fine of up to $300
  • Misdemeanor: $1,000 fine and 90 days in jail
(MN Stat. § 609.02)
Suspension or revocation (MN Stat. § 171.16 to § 171.17)
MississippiRestrictions on speed (Miss. Code § 63-3-501 to § 63-3-521)Speeding is a misdemeanor with varying penalties:
  • First offense: $100 fine and up to 10 days in jail
  • Second offense: $200 fine and up to 20 days in jail
  • Third offense: $500 fine and up to six months in jail
(Miss. Code § 63-9-11)
Suspension (Miss. Code § 63-1-53)
Missouri
  • Driving 5 mph above the speed limit is an infraction (MRS § 304.009) with up to $400 in fines.
  • Driving 20 mph or more above the speed limit or violating the careful and prudent standard is a Class B misdemeanor (MRS § 304.010 and MRS § 304.012), which carries a fine of up to $1,000 and up to six months in jail (MRS § 558.002 and MRS § 558.011).
Suspension or revocation through a point system (MRS § 302.302 and MRS § 302.304)
MontanaSpeed restrictions (MCA § 61-8-303)Speeding is a misdemeanor (MCA § 61-8-711), and speed limit fines depend on your excess speed as follows:
  • Up to 10 mph: $40
  • 11-20 mph: $70
  • 21-30 mph: $120
  • 31 mph and over: $200
(MCA § 61-8-725)
Suspension or revocation through a point system (MCA Title 61, Ch. 11)
NebraskaSpeed limit violations (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 60-682.01) are traffic infractions. Nebraska handles them the same way as misdemeanors. The fine depends on how far you exceed the limit as follows:
  • 1-5 mph: $10
  • 6-10 mph: $25
  • 11-15 mph: $75
  • 16-20 mph: $125
  • 21-35 mph: $200
  • 36 mph or more: $30
Revocation through a point system (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 60-499)
NevadaRestrictions on speed (NRS § 484B.600 to § 484B.633)Misdemeanor speeding charges (NRS § 484A.900) carry a fine of up to $1,000 and potential incarceration of six months (NRS § 193.150)Suspension through a point system (NRS § 483.473)
New HampshireSpeed limitations: basic rule and maximum limits (NH RSA § 265:60)Speeding is a violation (NH RSA § 265:2) with fines based on miles per hour above the limit, for example:
  • 1-10 mph: $50
  • 11-15 mph: $75
  • 16-20 mph: $100
  • 21-25 mph: $200
  • 26 mph or more: $350
(NH RSA § 265:60)
Suspension by court order or point system or revocation for three traffic offenses in one year (NH RSA § 236:55 to § 236:57)
New JerseyRates of speed (NJ Stat. § 39:4-98 to § 39:4-98.9)Speeding in New Jersey is a motor vehicle offense with a $50 to $200 fine and up to 15 days in jail (NJ Stat. § 39:4-104 and NJ Stat. § 39:4-203).Suspension through a point system (NJ Stat. § 39:5-30.5 to § 39:5-30.9)
New MexicoSpeed regulation (NMSA 1978 § 66-7-301)New Mexico considers speeding a penalty assessment misdemeanor. The fine is between $15 and $200. (NMSA 1978 § 66-8-7 and NMSA 1978 § 66-8-116)Suspension through point system (NMS Section 66-5-30)
New YorkSpeed restrictions (NY Vehicle & Traffic Code Article 30; click VAT, scroll to Article 30 under Title 7, and click § 1180 and § 1180-A)Speeding is a traffic infraction with a fine and jail sentence based on miles per hour above the limit as follows:
  • 1-10 mph: $45-$150
  • 10-30 mph: $90-$300 and up to 15 days in jail
  • Over 30 mph: $180-$600 and up to 30 days in jail
(NY Vehicle & Traffic Code § 1180)
Suspension or revocation (NY VAT § 510)
North CarolinaSpeed restrictions (NCGS § 20-141)A speeding infraction fine is $100 (NCGS Section 20-176).Suspension (NCGS Section 20-16)
North DakotaSpeed restrictions (ND Code § 39-09-01 to § 39-09-09)Speeding is a non-criminal offense or infraction in North Dakota (ND Code § 39-07-06) with penalties based on miles per hour above the applicable speed limit (ND Code § 39-06.1-06).Suspension through a point system (ND Code § 39-06.1-10)
OhioSpeed limits (ORC § 4511.21)Ohio classifies speeding as a misdemeanor (ORC § 4511.21 and ORC § 4511.99) with penalties as follows:
  • First and second offense: $150 fine
  • Third offense: $250 fine and up to 30 days of jail time
  • Fourth offense or more: $500 fine and up to 60 days of jail time
(ORC § 2929.24 and ORC § 2929.28)
Suspension through a point system (ORC § 4510.036 and ORC § 4510.037)
OklahomaSpeed restrictions (Okla. Stat. § 47-11-801 to § 11-810)Speeding is a misdemeanor with fines determined by miles per hour above the limit. For example:
  • 1-10 mph: $5
  • 11-15 mph: $20
  • 16-20 mph: $35
  • 21-25 mph: $75
  • 26-30 mph: $135
  • 31-35 mph: $155
  • 36 mph and over: $205
Potential jail time is based on the offense:
  • First offense: 10 days
  • Second offense: 20 days
  • Third offense: six months
(Okla. Stat. § 47-11-801 and Okla. Stat. § 47-801e)
Suspension (Okla. Stat. § 47-6-206)
OregonRules of the Road for Drivers: Speed (ORS § 811.100 to § 811.127)Oregon considers speeding offenses as Class A through Class D traffic violations based on speed above the limit. Fines range from $250 to $2,000 (ORS § 811.109 and ORS § 153.018).Suspension (ORS § 811.109 and ORS § 809.280)
PennsylvaniaRules of the Road: Speed Restrictions (PA Vehicle Code Chapter 33, Subchapter F) including:Speeding is a summary offense in Pennsylvania with total fines based on the violation and speed, including:
  • $42.50 for exceeding a 65 mph limit
  • $35 for other speeding violations
  • An extra $2 for every mph over 5 mph above limit
(75 Pa. C.S.A. § 3362)
Suspension through a point system (75 Pa. C.S.A. § 1539)
Rhode IslandSpeed Restrictions (RI Code Chapter 31-14) including:Speeding is a civil violation with penalties based on the Rhode Island fee schedule, including:
  • First offense of 1-10 mph above speed limit: $95
  • Second offense of 1-10 mph above speed limit: $95 plus an extra $10 per mile in excess ($105 minimum)
  • First offense of 11 mph or more above the speed limit: $95 plus $10 per mile in excess for a first offense ($205 minimum)
  • First offense of 11 mph or more above the speed limit: $95 plus $15 per mile in excess for a second offense ($260 minimum)

(RI Stat. § 31-41.1-4)

Suspension or revocation (RI Stat. § 31-11-7)
South CarolinaRestrictions on Speed (SC Code Title 56, Ch. 5; scroll to Article 11)The fines for a speeding misdemeanor are based on the miles per hour above the limit, for example:
  • 1-10 mph: $15-$25
  • 11-14 mph: $25-$50
  • 15-24 mph: $50-$75
  • 25 mph and over: $75-$200
(SC Statute § 56-5-1520)
Suspension through a point system (SC Statute § 56-1-740)
South DakotaSpeed Regulation (SD Codified Laws Chapter 32-25) including:
  • Reasonable and prudent speed (SD Statute § 32-25-3)
  • Speed limits (SD Statute § 32-25-1.1, § 32-25-4, § 32-25-7.1, § 32-25-9.2, § 32-25-12, and § 32-25-14)
Speeding is a Class 2 misdemeanor (SD Statute § 32-25-1.1) with up to $500 in fines and 30 days of jail time (SD Statute § 22-6-2).Suspension, revocation, or cancellation through a point system (SD Statute § 32-12-49)
TennesseeSpeeding is a Class C misdemeanor (Tenn. Code Ann. § 55-8-152) with a maximum penalty of $50 in fines and 30 days of jail time (Tenn. Code Ann. § 40-35-111).Suspension through a point system (Tenn. Code Ann. § 55-50-505)
TexasSpeed restrictions (TTC § 545.351 to § 545.365), including reasonable and prudent speed limits (TTC § 545.351 and TTC § 545.352)In Texas, speeding is a misdemeanor (TTC § 542.301). The fine may be up to $200 (TTC § 542.401).Suspension or revocation by licensing agency (TTC § 521.292)
UtahSpeed Restrictions (UT Code § 41-6a-601 to § 41-6a-609)Speeding is an infraction (UT Code § 41-6a-601) with a fine based on the miles per hour above the speed limit, for example:
  • 1-10 mph: $170
  • 11-15 mph: $220
  • 16-20 mph: $320
  • 21-25 mph: $470
  • 26-30 mph: $670
  • 31 mph and over: $870
(UT Code § 76-3-301.5 and UCJA Appendix C: Utah Uniform Fine Schedule)
Suspension through a point system (UT Code § 53-3-220)
VermontSpeeding offenses are traffic violations with fines up to $1,000 (23 VSA § 2302).Suspension or revocation through a point system (23 VSA § 2500 to § 2507)
VirginiaMaximum speed limits (VA Code § 46.2-870 to § 46.2-883)Speeding is a traffic infraction that carries a processing fee plus fines based on the miles per hour above the speed limit as follows:
  • $6 for each mile above the speed limit
  • $7 for each mile above the speed limit in a work zone or school crossing
(VA Code § 16.1-69.40:1 and Virginia Uniform Fee Schedule)
License penalties based on a uniform demerit points system (VA Code § 46.2-492)
WashingtonSpeed restrictions: Basic rules and maximum limits (RCW § 46.61.400)Speeding is a traffic infraction with a fine of up to $250 (RCW § 46.63.110).Suspension based on frequent violations (RCW § 46.20.291)
West VirginiaSpeed limitations generally; penalty (W. Va. Code § 17C-6-1)Speeding is a misdemeanor with the following fines:
  • First offense: $100
  • Second offense: $200
  • Third offense or more: $500

(W. Va. Code § 17C-6-1)

Suspension based on frequency of violations (W. Va. Code § 17B-3-6)
WisconsinSpeed restrictions (Wis. Stat. § 346.57 to § 346.60)The civil forfeiture penalty for speeding in Wisconsin ranges from $30 to $300 (Wis. Stat. § 346.60).Suspension by courts (Wis. Stat. § 343.40)
WyomingSpeed Regulations (W.S. § 31-5-301 to § 31-5-306)Speeding is a misdemeanor with fines based on miles per hour above the limit as follows:
  • 1-5 mph: $5 for each mile above the limit with a maximum of $25
  • 6-10 mph: $30 plus $2 for each mile (beyond 6 mph) above the limit
  • 11-20 mph: $45 plus $5 for each mile (beyond 10 mph) above the limit
  • Over 20 mph: $95 plus $5 for each mile (beyond 20 mph) above the limit

The fines increase for speeding in construction and school zones.

(W.S. § 31-5-1201)

Suspension (W.S. § 31-7-129)

Note: State laws are always subject to change through the passage of new legislation, rulings in the higher courts (including federal decisions), ballot initiatives, and other means. While we strive to provide the most current information available, please consult an attorney or conduct your own legal research to verify the state laws you are researching.

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