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Work zone speeding in Michigan

A work zone ticket in Michigan costs $142–$190 across 2 courts and carries 3 points. Insurance typically rises about 17% after one ticket.

Fine$142–$190across 2 courts
Points3
Insurance over 3 years+$1,591+17% for about 3 years
Basic Driver Improvement Course (BDIC)Yes

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How much does each court charge for a work zone ticket?

Macomb County charges the most, at $190. Oakland County charges $142.

Macomb County$190
Oakland County$142

Amount on your notice (not published): Wayne County, Kent County, Genesee County.

What does each court charge by speed?

Oakland County

  • Work zone speeding, 1–5 mph over$142

Macomb County

  • Work zone speeding, 1–10 mph over$190

How many points is it?

Will a work zone ticket raise your insurance?

Most likely. Insurers treat it as a speeding conviction. In Michigan one speeding ticket raised a full-coverage premium by about 17% on average[1], or about $1,591 over three years on a typical $3,120 policy[1]. This is an average from ValuePenguin State of Auto Insurance in 2026, not a quote.

How long do you have to respond to a work zone ticket in Michigan?

  1. Date on noticePay or respondset by the court[15][18][22]
    Details

    Pay, admit with an explanation, or ask for a hearing by the date on the ticket. If you miss it: The court enters a default judgment and starts the license suspension process.

  2. 7daysLast day to appealfrom conviction[18]
    Details

    Appeal an informal hearing decision. If you miss it: The decision stands.

  3. 14daysAsk the court to set aside a default judgmentfrom the notice date[18]
    Details

    Ask the court to set aside a default judgment. If you miss it: After 14 days you must use the general motion process instead.

  4. 28daysLicense suspended if ignoredfrom the court date[13][21]
    Details

    Court mails a suspension warning after you miss the due date. If you miss it: If you don't respond or pay within 14 days of the notice, the Secretary of State suspends your license until the court clears it and you pay a $45 clearance fee.

Can you keep a work zone ticket off your Michigan record?

Every way to handle a Michigan ticket, from paying to contesting →

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What else do people ask?

How many points is a work zone ticket in Michigan?

Speeding in a work zone: 3 points.

How much is a work zone ticket in Michigan?

It depends on the court. Published amounts: Macomb County $190, Oakland County $142.

Will a work zone ticket raise my insurance in Michigan?

A speeding ticket raised full-coverage premiums about 17% on average in Michigan (ValuePenguin State of Auto Insurance in 2026).

Sources

Michigan law and DMV sources (9)
  1. MCL 257.320a Recording convictions and points, Michigan Legislature.
  2. MCL 257.320d Basic driver improvement course, Michigan Legislature.
  3. MCL 257.601b Double fines in work zones, school zones, school bus zones and emergency scenes, Michigan Legislature.
  4. MCL 257.321a Failure to answer a citation or comply with a judgment, Michigan Legislature.
  5. MCL 257.743 Contents of a civil infraction citation, Michigan Legislature.
  6. Michigan Court Rule 4.101 Civil Infraction Actions, Michigan Supreme Court.
  7. SCAO memo: 2022 Recommended Range of Civil Fines and Costs for First-Time Civil Infractions, Michigan State Court Administrative Office.
  8. Comparison of Civil Infractions (quick reference, updated April 24, 2025), Michigan Judicial Institute.
  9. 36th District Court: Traffic Violations FAQ, 36th District Court.
Insurance sources (4)
  1. State of Auto Insurance in 2026, ValuePenguin (LendingTree).
  2. Car Insurance Rate Increases with a Speeding Ticket in 2026, ValuePenguin (LendingTree).
  3. How Does a DUI Affect Your Auto Insurance Rates in 2026?, ValuePenguin (LendingTree).
  4. How Much Will My Car Insurance Rates Go Up After a Crash in 2026?, ValuePenguin (LendingTree).