Cherokee County, Georgia traffic ticket costs

State Court of Cherokee County

Speeding ticket$75–$310depends on mph over

Insurance over 3 years+$994+15% for about 3 years, state average

Points0–6for speeding

Driver Improvement (defensive driving) courseYesavailable, with limits

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How much is a speeding ticket in Cherokee County, Georgia?

1–5 mph overOn your notice^[5]

6–10 mph over$75^[5]

11–14 mph over$175^[5]

15–18 mph over$205^[5]

19–23 mph over$230^[5]

24–30 mph over$310^[5]

31+ mph overOn your notice^[5]

What do other tickets cost in Cherokee County?

6 other common tickets from the court’s own schedule. Pick one for points, deadlines and ways to keep it off your record.

Every fine on the court's schedule (30)

Ticket	You pay
Speeding, 1–5 mph overPrinted as: 40-6-181 Speeding, First Time Offenders: 1-5 MPH over posted limit	On your notice^[5]
Speeding, 6–10 mph overPrinted as: 40-6-181 Speeding, First Time Offenders: 6-10 MPH over posted limit	$75^[5]
Speeding, 11–14 mph overPrinted as: 40-6-181 Speeding, First Time Offenders: 11-14 MPH over posted limit	$175^[5]
Speeding, 15–18 mph overPrinted as: 40-6-181 Speeding, First Time Offenders: 15-18 MPH over posted limit	$205^[5]
Speeding, 19–23 mph overPrinted as: 40-6-181 Speeding, First Time Offenders: 19-23 MPH over posted limit	$230^[5]
Speeding, 24–30 mph overPrinted as: 40-6-181 Speeding, First Time Offenders: 24-30 MPH over posted limit	$310^[5]
Speeding, 31+ mph overPrinted as: 40-6-181 Speeding, First Time Offenders: 31+ MPH over posted limitSEE JUDGE.	On your notice^[5]
Speeding, Repeat Offenders and Unlisted Speed Zones: 1-14 MPH over limitPrinted as: 40-6-181 Speeding, Repeat Offenders and Unlisted Speed Zones: 1-14 MPH over limit	$180^[5]
Speeding, Repeat Offenders and Unlisted Speed Zones: 15-24 MPH over limitPrinted as: 40-6-181 Speeding, Repeat Offenders and Unlisted Speed Zones: 15-24 MPH over limit	$235^[5]
Speeding, Repeat Offenders and Unlisted Speed Zones: 25-30 MPH over limitPrinted as: 40-6-181 Speeding, Repeat Offenders and Unlisted Speed Zones: 25-30 MPH over limit	$340^[5]
Speeding, Repeat Offenders and Unlisted Speed Zones: 31+ MPH over limitPrinted as: 40-6-181 Speeding, Repeat Offenders and Unlisted Speed Zones: 31+ MPH over limitSEE JUDGE.	On your notice^[5]
All speeding offenses in school zoneSchedule: 'shall be charged an ADDITIONAL $125.00 surcharge OVER fine on bond schedule' (i.e.	On your notice^[5]
Work zone speeding, 1–19 mph overPrinted as: 40-6-188 Speeding in Construction Site: 1-19 MPH over posted limit	$290^[5]
Work zone speeding, 20–30 mph overPrinted as: 40-6-188 Speeding in Construction Site: 20-30 MPH over posted limitSEE JUDGE.	On your notice^[5]
Work zone speeding, 31+ mph overPrinted as: 40-6-188 Speeding in Construction Site: 31+ MPH over posted limitSEE JUDGE.	On your notice^[5]
Obedience to traffic control devicesPrinted as: 40-6-20 Obedience to Traffic Control DevicesThe schedule lists the traffic-control-device statute.	$205^[5]
Failure to Stop at Stop SignPrinted as: 40-6-72(b) Failure to Stop at Stop Sign	$180^[5]
Failure to Yield at Yield SignPrinted as: 40-6-72(c) Failure to Yield at Yield Sign40-6-70 Vehicles Approaching or Entering Intersection and 40-6-71 Vehicles Turning Left: $205.	$180^[5]
Failure to Yield to Emergency VehiclesPrinted as: 40-6-74 Failure to Yield to Emergency Vehicles	$280^[5]
Driver to use due carePrinted as: 40-6-241 Driver to Use Due CareSEE JUDGE.	On your notice^[5]
No proof insurancePrinted as: 40-6-10 No Proof InsuranceSEE JUDGE.If you fix it: $45, reduced amount. Show proof of insurance.^[5]	On your notice^[5]
Driving with Expired TagPrinted as: 40-2-8(a) Driving with Expired Tag	$180^[5]
Driving without SeatbeltPrinted as: 40-8-76.1(b) Driving without Seatbelt40-8-76.1(e)(3) minors 8 years of age or older: $40.	$15^[5]
Reckless DrivingPrinted as: 40-6-390 Reckless DrivingSEE JUDGE.	On your notice^[5]
Driving Under the Influence of Drugs / Alcohol - 1st Offense in 5 yearsPrinted as: 40-6-391 Driving Under the Influence of Drugs / Alcohol - 1st Offense in 5 yearsSEE JUDGE.	On your notice^[5]
Improper lane changePrinted as: 40-6-123(a) Improper Lane Change	$180^[5]
Following too closelyPrinted as: 40-6-49 Following Too Closely	$205^[5]
Illegal U-TurnsPrinted as: 40-6-121 Illegal U-Turns	$205^[5]
Meeting and overtaking school busPrinted as: 40-6-163 Meeting and Overtaking School BusSEE JUDGE.	On your notice^[5]
Too Fast for ConditionsPrinted as: 40-6-180 Too Fast for Conditions	$125^[5]

From the court's schedule effective Jul 6, 2026.

How do you reach State Court of Cherokee County?

Address
Clerk of Courts, 90 North St., Suite G-170, Canton, GA 30114^[3]

Phone
678-493-6550^[2]^[3]^[4]

Hours
Payment lobby: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.^[2] (The Clerk of Courts contact page lists general hours as M-F 8:00am-5:00pm (source 2).)

Website
cherokeecourtclerk.com/state-court-clerks-office

Before you go: 4 more things to know about this court

'SEE JUDGE' offenses require a court appearance. The defendant must post bond and cannot prepay a fine. Any offense involving an accident is 'See Judge'. Bonds for failure to appear are double the normal bond.
Per the Solicitor-General^[2], Georgia State Patrol or Cherokee County Sheriff's Office citations arising from a traffic accident are 'Must See Judge' and cannot be paid online.
Super Speeder: Georgia DDS charges a separate $200 state fee (75+ mph on a two-lane road or 85+ mph anywhere), in addition to the court fine^[6].
Citations written by city police (e.g. Canton, Woodstock) may be heard in that city's municipal court. Check the court named on the citation.

What should you do with a Cherokee County ticket?

Due date. Use the date printed on your ticket or notice.^[3]^[4] Work out your dates → Missed it?
Driver Improvement (defensive driving) course. It can help. Two uses. (1) Points reduction: DDS reduces the point total by up to 7 points, but not below zero, after you submit the original certificate in person or by mail to P.O.^[2]^[3]^[4]^[6] Who qualifies →
Your options.
- Pay the fine before your court date
- Plead nolo contendere (no contest)
- Take defensive driving before court (zero-point order)
- Take defensive driving to reduce points
- Plead not guilty and go to trial
What each one does to your record →

What kind of ticket did you get in Cherokee County?

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What else do people ask?

How much is a speeding ticket in Cherokee County?

Cherokee County's published fine schedule lists $75–$310 for speeding, depending on how far over the limit you were. Your notice or the court's case lookup shows your exact amount.

How do I pay a traffic ticket in Cherokee County?

Through the court's own online payment or case lookup page, linked at the top of this page, or by phone at 678-493-6550.

Sources

Court sources (5)

Office of the Solicitor-General - Traffic Citations, Cherokee County Board of Commissioners.
Cherokee County Clerk of Courts - Contact, Cherokee County Clerk of Courts.
Cherokee County Clerk of Courts - State Court Clerk's Office, Cherokee County Clerk of Courts.
State Court of Cherokee County Misdemeanor Bond Order/Schedule (Rev. 6/15/2026), State Court of Cherokee County.
Reinstatement FAQs - Super Speeder, Georgia Department of Driver Services.

Georgia law and DMV sources (4)

Georgia DDS - Points and Points Reduction, Georgia Department of Driver Services.
Georgia Drivers Manual - Section 10: Losing Your Driving Privileges, Georgia Department of Driver Services.
Georgia DDS Traffic Court Reference Manual 2021-2022 (v3), Georgia Department of Driver Services.
Georgia DDS - Defensive Driving Program FAQs, Georgia Department of Driver Services.

Insurance sources (4)

State of Auto Insurance in 2026, ValuePenguin (LendingTree).
Car Insurance Rate Increases with a Speeding Ticket in 2026, ValuePenguin (LendingTree).
How Does a DUI Affect Your Auto Insurance Rates in 2026?, ValuePenguin (LendingTree).
How Much Will My Car Insurance Rates Go Up After a Crash in 2026?, ValuePenguin (LendingTree).