San Jose Speed Camera Program: Fines, Deadlines, and Your Contest Options

San Jose is a participating city in California's AB 645 automated speed camera pilot program, enforcing CVC 22350 (Basic Speed Law) in school zones and high-injury corridors throughout the city. If you received a Notice of Violation by mail from the City of San Jose, here is what you need to do.

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San Jose's CVC 22350 Speed Camera Rollout

San Jose selected camera locations based on collision data, school proximity, and Vision Zero priority corridors. The city's deployment follows a phased schedule, with cameras activated in zones with the highest crash histories first.

San Jose Camera Citation Fine Structure

San Jose follows the AB 645 income-based fine structure set by California law. The base fine depends on the speed over the limit and may be adjusted based on your household income.

• 1–15 mph over: approximately $50–$100 base
• 16–25 mph over: approximately $100–$250 base
• 26+ mph over: approximately $250–$500 base
• Income-based reduction available — apply through the City of San Jose
• Payment plans available for qualifying drivers

How to Contest a San Jose Camera Ticket

Contest your San Jose AB 645 citation through the city's administrative review process, not through the court. Here is the process:

1. Note the response deadline on your Notice of Violation (30 days from notice date)
2. Prepare your written Initial Review Request with supporting facts
3. Mail or submit your request to the City of San Jose traffic bureau
4. If denied, request a Secondary Review within the specified timeframe
5. If still denied, request a court hearing as a final step

Strongest Contest Arguments for San Jose Citations

• You were not driving the vehicle (someone else was)
• License plate in the photo is incorrect or obscured
• Speed limit signage was missing or non-compliant
• Camera was in warning-only period at time of alleged violation
• Vehicle had already been sold or transferred
• Emergency circumstances required the speed

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