Speeding in an AL highway work zone? Technology will ticket you

Have you been caught speeding in Alabama within a highway work zone? The state of Alabama is using technology to slow down drivers and keep the folks building and paving our roads safe.

Legislation that establishes a pilot program to authorize the use of cameras to enforce speeding laws within interstate work zones was signed into law by Governor Kay Ivey this week.

Motorists caught speeding would receive a $250 ticket in the mail from the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) after cameras photograph their license plates.

The new law will also require regular reports to the Legislature to study the effectiveness of the pilot program.

“Currently in Alabama, there is roadwork ongoing in all 67 counties, including on our major roadways. It is just critical that we all drive carefully through work zones. I was proud to put my signature on the Alabama Work Zone Safety Act that will help us improve safety around our roadwork and the enforcement mechanisms going forward.

Governor Kay Ivey

Making highway work zones safe

According to the Governor’s office, last year 2,543 crashes occurred within highway work zones in Alabama, resulting in approximately 11 fatalities and 709 injuries.

“The Alabama Work Zone Safety Act is about protecting the men and women who work hard each and every day to keep our roads safe and functional. The Alabama Work Zone Safety Act gives us a smart, data-driven approach to improving safety in some of the most dangerous areas on our roads while holding reckless drivers accountable.

Sen. Josh Carnley

The law is expected to be fully enforced by late 2026.