Los Angeles is taking a big step to slow drivers down and make streets safer for other drivers and pedestrians. The city has approved a plan to install 125 speed cameras across some of the most dangerous spots.
Under the program be run by the Los Angeles Department of Transportation (not the police), drivers who go at least 11 miles per hour over the speed limit will get a ticket. Fines will range from $50 to $500, depending on how fast the driver is going. Those who are caught speeding will receive warnings for 60 days instead of fines, and the system is expected to be implemented in late 2026.
Any money collected must go back into street safety projects, like better road design and Vision Zero efforts.
Where and when will the cameras be installed?
The 125 cameras will be placed in high-risk areas across the city, including busy streets, major intersections, and locations with a history of crashes or heavy foot traffic. The sites stretch from the San Fernando Valley to central Los Angeles, the Westside, South L.A., and the Harbor area.
Installation is expected to take place between April and July 2026. Drivers can check exact camera locations and updates through the official LADOT website, which includes maps and program details.