The bill amends section 4511.21 of the Revised Code to introduce a new fine of two hundred dollars for drivers who exceed the speed limit by thirty miles per hour or more, aiming to enhance road safety by imposing stricter penalties for excessive speeding. It retains existing provisions regarding speed limits in various zones, including school zones, while clarifying definitions related to these areas. The bill also allows township trustees to declare altered prima-facie speed limits on unimproved highways based on engineering studies, with a minimum of twenty-five miles per hour and a maximum of fifty-five miles per hour, requiring agreement from both townships if they share jurisdiction over a highway.

Additionally, the bill modifies penalties for speeding violations, specifying that fines will be doubled for violations occurring in construction zones. It repeals the existing section 4511.21, indicating a significant overhaul of previous regulations. Overall, the proposed changes are designed to deter reckless driving behavior, promote safer driving practices, and enhance public safety through more stringent enforcement measures and localized control over speed limits.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 4511.21