San Francisco is launching a new program backed by Democrat California Gov. Gavin Newsom that will issue speeding tickets based on income.
The Speed Safety System Pilot Program was approved by Newsom in October 2023. This program allows cities in California to utilize speeding cameras to penalize drivers. Those with lower incomes can benefit from a substantial discount if they are issued a speeding ticket.
Speeding violations come with fines ranging from $50 to $500. However, individuals with a household income equal to or below 200% of the federal poverty level qualify for a 50% discount. Additionally, indigent individuals or those who are homeless are eligible for an 80% discount on the speeding ticket, as mentioned by the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency.
In March 20, San Francisco officials introduced the program with a total of 33 speeding cameras placed throughout the city. Currently, only about half of these cameras are operational.
This map shows the locations of where the speed safety cameras will be located throughout San Francisco. (San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency)
“The program is intended to benefit all communities and not single out any particular neighborhood,” the fact sheet states.
San Francisco isn’t the only city planning to roll out the pilot program.
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The Los Angeles Department of Transportation will roll out a similar program in 2026 that targets speeding drivers, but has an option for low-income individuals to perform community service instead of paying fines.
Fox News Digital reached out to Newsom’s office and the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency for comment.
