New York Adds 23 More Speed Cameras Across State

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The state of New York has added 23 new speed camera locations across the state this week, including one in Central New York. The cameras are part of legislation signed into law a few years ago that allows the state to move speed cameras around to different construction zones to encourage drivers to slow down and keep workers safe. Drivers caught speeding will face fines ranging from $50 for a first offense up to $100 for third and subsequent offenses within 18 months.

Why it matters

Speed cameras have been a controversial topic, with some seeing them as an effective way to improve road safety and others viewing them as a way for the government to generate revenue. This expansion of the speed camera program in New York reflects the state's ongoing efforts to crack down on speeding, particularly in construction zones where workers are at risk.

The details

The 23 new speed camera locations are spread across several counties in New York, including the Bronx, Chautauqua, Delaware, Kings, Nassau, New York, Onondaga, Otsego, Queens, Schoharie, and Suffolk. The cameras capture images of speeding vehicles, including their license plates, and either issue a warning or a violation that is then mailed to the registered owner of the vehicle.

• The new speed cameras were added across New York this week (April 5 - April 11, 2026).
• The speed camera legislation in New York was signed into law a few years ago.