This bill amends existing laws regarding moving traffic violations in highway work zones by introducing the concept of "mobile work zones." It defines a mobile work zone as an area on a highway, road, or street where work is being performed for a limited time and is marked by specific signage or devices. The bill stipulates that moving traffic violations committed in either a highway work zone or a mobile work zone will incur additional fines if construction personnel are present at the time of the violation. The trial judge may assess these additional fines, which are equivalent to the standard fines for such violations.
Furthermore, the bill specifies that additional fines and penalties for violations in mobile work zones will not be enforced unless appropriate warning signs are present on the highway equipment establishing the mobile work zone. It also clarifies that the fines collected from these violations will be allocated to the respective county or city treasurers for general purposes. The bill aims to enhance safety in work zones by imposing stricter penalties for traffic violations, thereby encouraging drivers to adhere to traffic laws in these areas.