LIHU‘E — In light of the recent fatal traffic crashes, the Kaua‘i Police Department will be increasing its speed enforcement efforts throughout the island with particular emphasis on the south and Westside, a county news release states. “Statistics show that
LIHU‘E — In light of the recent fatal traffic crashes, the Kaua‘i Police Department will be increasing its speed enforcement efforts throughout the island with particular emphasis on the south and Westside, a county news release states.
“Statistics show that speeding is a factor in about one-third of fatal traffic crashes,” said Acting Assistant Chief Ale Quibilan. “We felt it was time for us to step up our speed enforcement efforts to deter drivers from going over the posted speed limit and to help keep our roadways safe.”
Quibilan also shared KPD’s responses to recent questions posed to police officers by motorists when they are cited for speeding and other moving violations:
— Isn’t there a 5 to 10 mile per hour leeway? No, the posted speed limit is the highest speed you are allowed to travel on public roadways.
— Are KPD and/or the county the recipients of fines imposed from the issuance of citations? No, all fines collected go to the State of Hawai‘i general fund.
— Does KPD set the amount of the fines? No, the Hawai‘i State Judiciary sets the amount of the fines, which police officers must follow. For every mile over the posted speed limit, there is a $5 fine plus a court fee of $47, e.g. a driver cited for going 10 miles over the speed limit would be fined $97. For excessive speeding of 30 miles per hour or more, a court appearance is required, which may result in jail time.
— Do special conditions apply to speeding in a school or construction zone? Yes, the fine for speeding in these areas is set at $297.
