If you're caught driving over the speed limit, the amount of your infringement fine will depend on how far over the speed limit you're going.
How far over the speed limit | Infringement fine |
10km/h or less | $30 |
11–15km/h | $80 |
16–20km/h | $120 |
21–25km/h | $170 |
26–30km/h | $230 |
31–35km/h | $300 |
36–40km/h | $400 |
41–45km/h | $510 |
46–50km/h | $630 |
The information on this page is a general guide only. It is not the source of the law and should not be used in place of authoritative legal documents. |
You may also get demerit points.
Demerit points related to speeding
If your speeding is detected by a safety camera, you may get a safety camera infringement notice (speeding ticket).
NZTA is in the process of taking over the safety camera network from NZ Police. You may get a safety camera notice from either NZTA or NZ Police.
If you dispute the fine and have a court hearing, the infringement fine above may change. You may be fined less, or you may be fined more or charged with an offence. You may also have to pay court costs.
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