Speeding down 30 in Minneapolis where cameras were installed

Minneapolis will initiate speeding ticketing on Friday after a month of warnings, coinciding with the activation of speed cameras. The city's preliminary data shows a significant 30% reduction in speeding at the five locations where the cameras were installed. Notably, the number of drivers exceeding 20 mph over the limit dropped by 76%, and 98% of motorists were found to be compliant with speed limits. City officials credit these positive outcomes to the initial warnings and signage provided to drivers. With state approval, Minneapolis and Mendota Heights have implemented this program, and the city could expand its camera network to 40 additional locations by 2029.

The locations of the cameras include high-traffic areas, and during the warning phase, 12,633 drivers were notified of their offenses. For repeat offenders, the citation fee starts at $40, and drivers can contest tickets or take a traffic-safety class instead of paying fines. This initiative aims to enhance road safety and reduce speeding-related incidents in the city.