CVC 22348(a)
Speeding
Speed Contest
Engaging in a speed contest on a highway
Base fine about $35• 2 DMV points
CVC Category
Speeding Violations
Browse California speeding violation guides from ClerkHero. Compare fines, DMV points, and defense strategies for CVC 22349, 22350, and related speeding tickets.
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Category overview
Speeding tickets are some of the most common California traffic citations, but they are not all the same. This category covers the major speeding-related CVC sections, including maximum speed limits, the basic speed law, and situations where radar, pacing, visibility, or speed-trap rules matter.
If you are trying to decide whether to pay, use traffic school, or fight the ticket by mail, these pages are meant to help you compare the code section, likely fine range, DMV point impact, and the kinds of defenses that actually matter in a Trial by Written Declaration.
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CVC 22348(b)
Speeding
Excessive Speed (100+ MPH)
Driving 100 miles per hour or more on a freeway
Base fine about $100• 2 DMV points
CVC 22349Easy to Dispute
Speeding
Maximum Speed Limit
Violation of California Vehicle Code Section 22349
Base fine about $35• 1 DMV point
CVC 22349(a)Easy to Dispute
Speeding
Maximum Speed Limit
Exceeding the posted maximum speed limit
Base fine about $100• 1 DMV point
CVC 22350 - Basic Speed LawEasy to Dispute
Speeding
Basic Speed Law
Driving at a speed greater than is reasonable or prudent for current conditions
Base fine about $100• 1 DMV point
CVC 22356Easy to Dispute
Speeding
Prima Facie Speed Limits
Violation of California Vehicle Code Section 22356
Base fine about $35• 1 DMV point
CVC 22356(b)Easy to Dispute
Speeding
Prima Facie Speed Limits
Exceeding prima facie speed limits in specified areas
Base fine about $35• 1 DMV point
CVC 22400Easy to Dispute
Speeding
Minimum Speed
Violation of California Vehicle Code Section 22400
Base fine about $35• 1 DMV point
CVC 22400(a)Easy to Dispute
Speeding
Minimum Speed
Driving slower than normal traffic flow or impeding traffic
Base fine about $35• 1 DMV point
CVC 22406Easy to Dispute
Speeding
Commercial Vehicle Speed
Violation of California Vehicle Code Section 22406
Base fine about $35• 1 DMV point
CVC 23109
Speeding
Speed Contest
Violation of California Vehicle Code Section 23109
Base fine about $100• 2 DMV points
CVC 23109(a)
Speeding
Speed Contest/Exhibition of Speed
Speed contest or exhibition of speed on a highway
Base fine about $35• 2 DMV points
Category FAQ
Frequently asked questions about speeding violations
Which California speeding codes matter most?
The most common speeding tickets usually involve CVC 22349 and CVC 22350. Those sections cover maximum speed limits and the broader basic speed law, but the facts of the stop and the officer’s evidence still matter.
Can a speeding ticket be fought by mail in California?
Often yes. Many speeding citations are eligible for Trial by Written Declaration, which lets you submit a written defense and evidence without appearing in court in person.
Will a speeding ticket add points to my license?
Most standard speeding tickets add one DMV point. That can affect insurance, which is one reason drivers often compare traffic school and written-defense options before just paying the citation.