Motorists will experience a little Illinois-style alchemy starting on Sept. 15, when new traffic fines will turn lead feet into gold.
The state legislators upped the fine amounts for some minor infractions, including speeding, which will cost an additional $54.
With decreasing tax revenue the state, as well as other governing bodies, have been looking to quasi-criminal fines to pad the 'ol coffers.
The Sun-Times outlines the issue here.
So be forewarned.
Having a lead foot will mean less gold in your pocket.
What Illinois needs is more mobile video speed enforcement devices. With all the speeders out there willing to break the law, there's plenty of moolah waiting to be taken!
Speeding fines in Illinois are way too low! Time to ramp up the fines to it will either be painful or slow people down.
Who speeds in Illinois...
The following plated vehicles are the most likely to be seen speeding in IL.. Maryland, Iowa, Missouri, Wisconsin, California, Tennessee, Kentucky, Texas and Ohio.
What a great idea . . . passing inane laws, then ratcheting up the penalties. Study after study has shown that our speed limits on Illinois highways are too low, as determined by well-recognized highway engineering standards.
But, it's not about safety, is it? This is merely another form of revenue enhancement for our irresponsible career politicians.