Arizona Speeding Ticket Costs
State Citation Reference & Guidelines|Verified: 2026-06-30
Quick Reference Summary
Arizona Citation Profile
How to Handle Your Arizona Speeding Ticket
Estimate your total expenses (including the estimated 22% insurance premium increase over 3 years) using our interactive fine estimator. Respond to the ticket within 30 days to avoid a $60 late fee or suspension.
Fines by Speed Exceeded
Ticket fine amounts in Arizona scale incrementally based on how fast you were driving above the posted speed limit.
Speeding Ticket Cost Breakdown by MPH Over
Select common speeding increments to view exact point assessments, typical insurance cost impacts, and criminal misdemeanor thresholds in Arizona.
| Speed Exceeded | Est. Fine Amount | Points Assessed | Est. 3-Year Insurance Increase | Misdemeanor? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| +5 MPH Over | $150 | 3 Points | +$1188 | No |
| +10 MPH Over | $150 | 3 Points | +$1188 | No |
| +15 MPH Over | $200 | 3 Points | +$1188 | No |
| +20 MPH Over | $200 | 3 Points | +$1188 | No |
| +25 MPH Over | $250 | 3 Points | +$1188 | No |
| +30 MPH Over | $250 | 3 Points | +$1188 | No |
§ Criminal & Misdemeanor Risk
Speeding over 85 mph, or going 20 mph over the limit in a business/residential area, is a Class 3 misdemeanor (Criminal Speeding) carrying up to 30 days in jail.
§ License Points & Record Duration
Accumulating 8 or more points in 12 months triggers a mandatory Traffic Survival School attendance or license suspension.
§ Traffic School Eligibility
Defensive Driving School is eligible once every 12 months for ticket dismissal, meaning no points and no fine. Must complete 7 days prior to court date.
§ Deadlines & Late Fees
You must respond or pay within 30 days of citation issuance. Failure to pay triggers a default fee, driver's license suspension, and potential vehicle registration hold.
§ Out-of-State Drivers & Compact Rules
Arizona reports citations via the Driver License Compact (DLC).
As a participating member of the DLC, Arizona will automatically report speeding and other moving violations back to your home state's licensing department (DMV/BMV). The violation points and records will be applied to your home state license according to your state's local conversion rules.
County Court Payment Portals
Select your local county court below to check ticket records or pay fines online directly through government portals:
Other State Speeding Fine Guides
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a speeding ticket in Arizona?
In Arizona, speeding tickets typically cost between $150 and $250 depending on your speed. Fines in Arizona are set by local justice or municipal courts. Surcharges of up to 78% are added to the base fine.
How many points is a traffic ticket in Arizona?
Speeding violations in Arizona assess between 3 and 3 points on your license record. Accumulating 8 or more points in 12 months triggers a mandatory Traffic Survival School attendance or license suspension.
Is speeding a misdemeanor in Arizona?
Speeding over 85 mph, or going 20 mph over the limit in a business/residential area, is a Class 3 misdemeanor (Criminal Speeding) carrying up to 30 days in jail. Driving at speeds over 85 mph can lead to reckless driving or excessive speed charges, which are criminal misdemeanors.
Does a speeding ticket affect your insurance in Arizona?
Yes. Speeding tickets in Arizona typically increase auto insurance premiums by an average of 22%. This increase is calculated on your premium for up to 3 years.
Will a speeding ticket affect my out-of-state license?
Yes. Arizona is a member of the Driver License Compact (DLC) and reports all moving violations to your home state DMV. Your home state DMV will apply local points and record guidelines.
Verified Reference Statutes
- Cited directly from: Arizona Revised Statutes 28-701.02 (State legislative or department of motor vehicles domain)