Know the official schedule first
Ontario’s Schedule 43 is the reference point for many speeding set fines. It separates ordinary speeding from community safety zones and construction-zone variations.
- 1–19 km/h over: $2.50 per km
- 20–29 km/h over: $3.75 per km
- 30–49 km/h over: $6.00 per km
- 50 km/h or more: no out-of-court settlement
Community safety zones and construction-zone schedules can be significantly higher, so always compare the wording on the ticket to the official schedule.
Points matter too
Ontario’s official demerit-points guidance says speeding by 16–29 km/h can add 3 points, 30–49 km/h can add 4 points, and higher-speed categories can lead to much more serious consequences.
Why small differences matter
A file near a category break can look very different from a basic low-speed ticket. The official schedule, the exact speed alleged, and the roadway context all matter when you decide whether to pay, seek resolution, or prepare for a trial.
When to treat it as a serious file
Escalate early if the file involves 30–49 km/h over, 50+ km/h over, a community safety zone, stunt-driving allegations, a collision, or any risk to your ability to drive for work.