DuPage County Construction Zone and School Zone Violations Lawyers

Attorneys for Traffic Violations in Carol Stream, Naperville, Glen Ellyn, and Northern Illinois

​Illinois is very strict about speed limits in construction and school zones. Failure to follow the rules and regulations set forth in construction and school zones in Illinois could lead to severe penalties.

At Beck & Houlihan, P.C., our attorneys provide skilled traffic violations representation for drivers who have been cited for speeding in construction or school zones in DuPage, Kane, and Will Counties. We will use this significant experience to help pursue a favorable outcome in your case.

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Construction or Maintenance Speed Zones

​State law defines a construction or maintenance speed zone as an area in which the department, Toll Highway Authority, or local agency has posted signage advising drivers of such a zone or a lower speed limit they must follow. These signs state the fine amount for violations as well so drivers who do speed are aware they may face penalties if they speed.

The first violation for speeding in a construction zone results in a minimum fine of $250, and a second or subsequent offense is $750. If the second or subsequent violation occurs within two years of the first, your license could be suspended for 90 days.

Traffic Violations in School Zones

On a school day (from 7am to 4pm) when school children are present, it is illegal to drive more than 20 mph while passing through a school zone, drive on a roadway on public school property, or travel on any public thoroughfare where children pass going to and from school. However, appropriate signs must be posted in these areas, which give proper warning that a school zone is being approached and indicate the specific speed limit. “Schools” are defined as:

• Public or private primary or secondary schools;
• Primary or secondary schools operated by religious institutions; and
• Public, private, or religious nursery schools.

​The fine for the first violation of speeding in a school zone is $150. Second or subsequent violations carry a minimum fine of $300. Since court supervision is not available for a school zone violation, it is imperative that you seek the representation of one of our attorneys in an effort to avoid a conviction.

Contact a Wheaton Traffic Violations Lawyer

​Our attorneys will appear in court on your behalf to contest a ticket for speeding in a construction or school zone. It is also important to note that, under Illinois law, aggravated speeding is defined as traveling 26-34 mph over the speed limit, which is a Class B misdemeanor, or 35 mph or more above the speed limit, which is a Class A misdemeanor.

If you have been charged with any of these offenses, the attorneys at Beck & Houlihan, P.C. can help. We have been practicing in Illinois for over 30 years, and we are prepared to assist you in fighting any traffic violation. We will advise you on the best course of action given your specific circumstances, and will appear in court with you to seek the best resolution of your case. Contact our attorneys at 630-933-9220 to discuss the specifics of your case and to learn how we can help you.

Practice Areas​

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• Divorce​
• Family Law​
• Mediation / Pre-Decree and Post-Decree
• Criminal Defense​​
• Traffic Violations
  • Fleeing and Eluding/Reckless Driving
  • Teen Driving Tickets
  • Speeding and Aggravated Speeding
  • Construction Zone and School Zone Violations
  • Texting and Cell Phone Use While Driving​​
• Juvenile Law
• Bankruptcy​​​​

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