Being stopped for speeding over 100 mph in Fresno can change a driver’s life quickly. More tickets are issued for speeding 100+ on the five between LAX and San Fran than on any other route in California.
Many don’t realize how serious this charge is until they get the ticket. We often hear from drivers who feel panicked and unsure about what happens next.
Our role is to guide them through the process and protect their driving future.
Penalties for Speeding Over 100 MPH in Fresno County
California Vehicle Code 22348(b) makes this violation a major infraction. A VC 22348(b) normally ticket comes with a mandatory court appearance, a steep fine, two points on your record that could persist for up to seven years, and a possible 30-day automatic suspension if convicted.
However, Fresno actually has made it so you can pay off your ticket instead of appearing in court. This waiver of the mandatory appearance is a trap for many people, because that two points for seven years if you pay the ticket can be devastating.
Base fines start at $500 and increase with repeat offenses. By the third offense in five years, the fine can reach $1,000. With added county fees and state surcharges, the real cost often ranges from $859 to $2,137.
What’s more, the increased insurance premium could make owning a new car cost-prohibitive, given that insurers often double or triple premiums after a conviction.
License Suspension Risks
Judges in Fresno County and across California have wide discretion. For a first conviction, a 30-day suspension is possible.
This fact alone can make self-representation hazardous. If you are unrepresented and are convicted, you might hear the judge announce, “Your driving privileges are hereby suspended for 30 days starting immediately. If you have your driver’s license with you, turn it in to the county clerk when you pay your fine of $900 including state and county surcharges. I don’t expect to see you in my courtroom again.”
However, some CA judges will allow a temporary stay to allow you to drive home, particularly if you’re not a Fresno County resident.
For a second offense within three years, suspension can last up to six months. A third conviction within five years could mean a one-year suspension.
These consequences are not just about fine or possible driving suspension—losing your driving privileges impacts your family, career, and livelihood and the increased insurance premiums could severely burden your family budget.
DMV NOTS Points and Long-Term Impact
A conviction adds two negligent operator treatment system (NOTS) points to your DMV record. These stay on file for up to seven years. Two points alone can cause sharp insurance increases.
Insurers view this violation as extremely risky. That can mean thousands more in annual premiums. Employers may also refuse to hire or keep drivers with such records.
How Can a Traffic Attorney Help with a Speeding Ticket for over 100MPH?
Yes. An experienced attorney can often reduce the charge to under 100 mph. That would lower it to one DMV point and reduce the fine, which could save you thousands of dollars in increased insurance premiums.
Why Local Experience Matters in Fresno County
Every traffic court judge handles speeding differently. CHP officers along I-5 have strict enforcement standards, and Fresno judges enforce them. However, an experienced traffic attorney familiar with these procedures provides real advantages. They bring practical knowledge and experience on a client’s behalf.
Our firm routinely appears in the Fresno Courthouse to represent clients accused of speeding 100+ mph. We know how local judges view 100+ mph cases.
Contact Bigger & Harman, APC, About Speeding over 100 MPH in Fresno
If you received a citation for speeding on I-5 in Fresno County, don’t face it alone. Contact Bigger & Harman, APC, at (661) 349-9300 or 349-9755 (se habla Español). You can also email attorney@biggerharmanlaw.com.or complete our online form.
We regularly defend drivers in Fresno Courthouse. Your future, license, and livelihood matter. Let us help protect them.
Click here to download a free copy of our eBook, 4 Unknown Consequences of Driving Over 100 MPH.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Section
Q: What happens if I’m caught speeding over 100 mph in California?
A: You face a mandatory court appearance by you or your attorney, a fine of between $859 and $2,137, possible automatic 30-day license suspension, two DMV NOTS points, and double or tripled auto insurance premiums.
Q: Can I go to Traffic Violator School (TVS) for speeding over 100 mph in Fresno?
A: No, you are ineligible for TVS for speeding over 100. You or your attorney must get the judge to reduce the speed to under 100, change the vehicle code to one that only carries a single point, and approve attendance.
Q: Why hire a lawyer for speeding over 100 mph in Fresno?
A: There are many benefits to hiring a speeding ticket lawyer to resolve your 100+ mph speeding ticket, such as the ability to effectively negotiate a reduce charge, knowledge of the legal system that could allow them to raise the level of reasonable doubt, the ability to question the accuracy of speed measurement devices, and more.
References:
CA VC Section 22348, Speed Laws.
The Bankrate.com article, Average cost of car insurance in CA for 2025.