Palm Beach County Considers Speed Cameras in School Zones

Automated enforcement could soon target drivers exceeding limits near local schools.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 9:36pm

An extreme close-up photograph of a speed limit sign in a school zone, the sign's reflective surface creating a dramatic, moody effect under harsh lighting.A new speed camera program aims to curb dangerous driving and protect students in Palm Beach County school zones.Palm Beach Today

Palm Beach County commissioners are considering a new ordinance that would allow the installation of speed cameras in 40 school zones across the county. The proposed measure aims to improve safety for students and pedestrians by automatically issuing tickets to drivers caught speeding in these areas.

Why it matters

School zones are high-risk areas for traffic accidents, and speeding is a major contributing factor. Automated enforcement has been shown to effectively reduce speeds and collisions in other communities, potentially making the roads safer for children and families.

The details

The proposed ordinance would allow the county to install speed cameras in 40 designated school zones. Drivers exceeding the posted speed limit would automatically receive a ticket, with fines starting at $158 for the first offense. Revenue from the tickets would go towards funding school safety initiatives and infrastructure improvements.

  • The Palm Beach County Commission is considering the speed camera ordinance at an upcoming meeting.

The players

Palm Beach County Commission

The governing body of Palm Beach County, Florida that is considering the new speed camera ordinance.

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What’s next

If approved, the county would begin the process of installing speed cameras in the designated school zones.

The takeaway

Automated speed enforcement in school zones could improve safety for students and pedestrians, but the measure faces potential pushback from drivers concerned about privacy and fairness.