"What happens if I get caught speeding over 100 mph?" is a question we’re often asked as CA traffic ticket attorneys.
If you are facing a citation, you must dispute a speeding 100+ mph ticket immediately. Getting ticketed for driving over 100 mph in California is extremely serious.
Traffic court judges in Fresno County view this as dangerous driving behavior.
In most counties, you are facing a mandatory court date, a high fine, and possible license suspension. Bigger & Harman is here to guide you through the next steps. In Fresno, there is a unique trap that many people fall into. Fresno gives you the opportunity to just pay off the fine without the normal mandatory appearance that most courts require. Many people just pay the ticket and then discover that their insurance is going up thousands of dollars a year and stays on their record for seven years. Don’t fall for the trap.
Understanding the Harsh Penalties
California Vehicle Code (CVC) 22348 sets tough penalties for driving over 100 mph.
Major Financial and License Risks
·The base fine is between $300 and $500 for a first offense and goes up from there.
·The total fine, with all assessments, penalties, and surcharges, will reach between $859 and $2,137.
·The judge may suspend your license for up to 30 days immediately.
·Two DMV NOTS points are added to your record.
·Insurance premiums often double after a conviction.
These two points increase your risk of a Negligent Operator suspension, as they’ll stay on your driving record for up to seven years. Avoiding these consequences is why you must dispute a speeding 100+ mph ticket.
⚖️ Why Judges Take These Charges Seriously
Driving over 100 mph is considered reckless behavior by many, including law enforcement and judges.
It significantly increases the risk of a deadly crash. Law enforcement officers (LEOs) may even write a separate ticket for reckless driving.
However, LEOs are not the final authority. Only the traffic court judge can find you guilty of either charge.
Repeat Offenses Escalate Penalties
Repeat offenders face increasingly harsh consequences:
·First offense: Base fine of $500 and suspension up to 30 days.
·Second offense (within 3 years): Base fine of $750 and suspension up to six months.
·Third offense (within 5 years): Base fine of $1,000 and suspension up to one year.
With surcharges, the total cost can be five times the base fine. Your auto insurance premium could double or triple what you are currently paying.
The average Fresno driver will pay $2,895 in 2025 for full coverage insurance. With a conviction for speeding 100+ mph, they could pay $5790 or $8685 in 2026.
🗺️ Local Enforcement in Fresno County
The I-5 is notorious for high-speed tickets.
This major freeway between LA and San Francisco is the Fresno County feeder for dozens of these tickets monthly. Many tickets are issued in Fresno County after drivers clear the Los Angeles traffic.
Law enforcement heavily monitors this stretch of I-5 in Fresno County, CA. If you were cited here, you need local expertise.
Fighting a 100+ mph speeding ticket is not something you should do alone. You are ineligible for traffic school. You cannot keep the conviction confidential unless the speed is lowered.
An experienced speeding ticket lawyer can negotiate with the court. They can fight to have the charge reduced to 99 mph or less. This may then allow you to attend traffic school.
We can also challenge the evidence or inconsistencies in the LEO’s testimony. We ensure the RADAR or LIDAR evidence was accurate and properly calibrated.
Discover Your Options & Dispute a Speeding 100+ MPH Ticket with Bigger & Harman
"Can my lawyer represent me in the Fresno County Courthouse?" Unless there is a compelling reason for your attendance, we normally appear in court on your behalf. This saves you from missing work and traveling to the court.
Call Bigger & Harman, APC, about representing you in Fresno County Courthouse at (661) 349-9300 or 859-1177 para Español. We offer a free consultation.
You can also reach us through our secure online contact form or email at attorney@biggerharmanlaw.com.
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 are the primary penalties for a 100+ mph ticket in Fresno County?
A: If convicted, the penalties include a total fine between $859 and $2,137, a potential 30-day license suspension, and two DMV NOTS points, which could double or triple your auto insurance premiums for up to seven years.
Q: Can I attend traffic school to mask the points from a 100+ mph conviction?
A: You are ineligible for traffic school unless a speeding ticket lawyer can negotiate the speed and the charge down to below 100 mph.
Q: How long do the two points from this ticket stay on my record?
A: The two DMV NOTS points assessed for this conviction remain on your driving record for up to seven years. By starting each year with two NOTS points, you significantly increase the risk of being classified as a Negligent Operator with another ticket.
References:
CA VC Section 22348, Speed Laws.
The Bankrate.com article, Average cost of car insurance in CA for 2025.