Speeding isn’t always just speeding in California. California Vehicle Code 22348b (VC 22348b) is relatively unique to California. It creates specific penalties for drivers speeding 100 MPH or over. A ticket under VC 22348b is more serious than just any speeding ticket. We’ll tell you why.
What you need to know about a ticket under Vehicle Code 22348b (VC 22348b):
- The fee for a violation for VC 22348b ranges from $500 to $1000.
- You will receive 2 points on your driving record.
- If you do not hire an attorney to appear for you, you must appear in court.
- Depending upon your driving record your driver’s license may be suspended.
VC 22348B California Consequences
First off, let’s talk fees: the base fine for a traffic ticket for between 1 and 15 MPH over the limit is $35. But with all of the California fees, surcharges, and other costs that ticket will usually cost you north of $200. If the base fee for the first 22348b infraction is $500, you can bet the total fee will be over $700. A third infraction under VC 22348b carries a base fee of $1000 meaning the total fee will be significantly higher than that.
Oh, and if you were possibly breaking other traffic or traffic-related laws, the court may also assign criminal offenses for reckless driving, add additional charges like engaging in a speed contest or improper exhibition of speed, or assess extra fees.
How about those two points? Well, two points don’t sound like much, but in California, if you get four points in one year, six points in two years, or eight points in three years, the DMV may consider you a negligent driver and could suspend your license for at least six months.
The DMV is squirrelly about exactly how long points for certain infractions stay on your record:
"The length of time depends on the severity of the offense. Most points (illegal turn, not making a complete stop, driving over the speed limit, and/or accidents) will stay on your driver record for 39 months (3 years, 3 months). Points for more serious offenses, such as hit-and-run or a DUI, will stay on your record for 13 years.”
While a first VC 22348b violation is probably not equivalent to a hit-and-run or DUI, our research suggests that the two points from a VC 22348b violation could stay on your record for a long time. And as long as the points are on your record, you will likely be paying more for insurance.
VC 22348b requires you to appear in court but if you hire an attorney, that attorney can usually appear in your place.
VC 22348b also specifies that drivers convicted of speeding over 100 MPH can have their license suspended from 30 days to as much as year, depending upon your driving record. So, if you like to drive or need to drive for work, a VC 22348b ticket could be a real downer.
How to Fight an over 100 Ticket in California
As we mentioned, a VC 22348b ticket requires you or your representative to appear in court. But in most cases, if you hire an attorney, the attorney you hire can appear for you. This is why hiring an attorney makes even more sense if you’re living outside of California. The Golden State has a lot to recommend it but there’s no need to visit if you don’t have to.
Because of the seriousness of a VC 22348b charge and the long-term consequences, many drivers decide to fight these tickets. Even if you believe you are guilty, a good attorney, like those you can connect with on Off The Record, can work to reduce your fines, the points that get put on your license, and the risk of license suspension.
If you were issued a 100 MPH VC 22348b speeding ticket in California, you may not want to let it go without a fight. The attorneys in the Off The Record network have a high success rate at winning cases and reducing the penalties of VC 22348b tickets. With competitive rates and great customer service, you can feel comfortable letting the attorney you connect with on Off The Record fight your speeding ticket in California for you.
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Contact Off The Record today to see how they can help you connect with a local California attorney in order to fight your VC 22348b speeding ticket in California.
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Amanda Cannady 