News Item #1140

This summer Illinois will begin using automated cameras to issue speeding tickets in work zones. The law authorizing the use of the speed cameras stipulates that tickets only be issued when workers are present and that signs mark work zones where cameras are present. As of Jan. 1, fines for speeding through work zones increased to $375 for the first offense and $1,000 for the second offense.

More information: Associated Press: Cameras to nab Illinois work zone speeders starting this summer (March 30, 2005)