Work zone speeding in New Hampshire
A work zone ticket in New Hampshire costs $186–$310 on the state schedule and carries 4 points. Insurance typically rises about 25% after one ticket.
Fine$186–$310state schedule
Points4
Insurance over 3 years+$1,206+25% for about 3 years
Driver improvement courseYes
Add up my ticket All New Hampshire rules
What does the New Hampshire state schedule charge for a work zone ticket?
| Ticket | You pay |
|---|---|
| Speeding in a highway construction or maintenance zoneThe law sets a fine of $250 to $500 when workers are present. | $310[3][6][10] |
| Failure to yield in a highway construction or maintenance zone$310 for a second offense within 12 months. | $186[3][6][10] |
How many points is it?
- Speeding in a work zone4 pts[12]
Will a work zone ticket raise your insurance?
Most likely. Insurers treat it as a speeding conviction. In New Hampshire one speeding ticket raised a full-coverage premium by about 25% on average[1], or about $1,206 over three years on a typical $1,608 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 New Hampshire?
You have 30 days to pay or respond to a work zone ticket in New Hampshire. These are the dates that matter:
- 30daysPay or respondfrom the ticket date[4][13]
Details
Plead guilty, no contest or not guilty with the DMV. If you miss it: A $50 late fee is added and your license is suspended 30 days later. A bench warrant can also be issued.
- 30daysLicense suspended if ignoredfrom the notice date[7]
Details
Suspension takes effect after a default. If you miss it: Your license stays suspended until you pay or appear and pay the $100 restoration fee.
- 30daysPay the fine after a guilty finding when you missed courtfrom the notice date[4][5]
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Pay the fine after a guilty finding when you missed court. If you miss it: You are defaulted and your license is suspended.
- Date on noticeLast day to appealset by the court
Details
Appeal a conviction
Can you keep a work zone ticket off your New Hampshire record?
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Got a different ticket in New Hampshire?
- Speeding
- School zone
- Red light
- Stop sign
- Texting
- No insurance
- Expired registration
- Seat belt
- School bus
- Failure to yield
- Parking
What else do people ask?
How many points is a work zone ticket in New Hampshire?
Speeding in a work zone: 4 points.
Will a work zone ticket raise my insurance in New Hampshire?
A speeding ticket raised full-coverage premiums about 25% on average in New Hampshire (ValuePenguin State of Auto Insurance in 2026).
How long do I have to respond to a work zone ticket in New Hampshire?
30 days from the date on the ticket. If you don't answer within 30 days, or skip a court date, you are defaulted.
Sources
New Hampshire law and DMV sources (12)
- N.H. Admin. Rules Saf-C 200 (Saf-C 212 Uniform Point System), New Hampshire General Court / Department of Safety.
- Uniform Fine Schedule of Motor Vehicle Violations, Notice of Fine, DSMV 428-FS (Rev 1/24), New Hampshire Department of Safety, Division of Motor Vehicles.
- RSA 262:44 Waiver in Lieu of Court Appearance, Default, New Hampshire General Court (RSA).
- RSA 502-A:19-b Pleas by Mail, Procedure, New Hampshire General Court (RSA).
- RSA 106-L:10 Penalty Assessment, New Hampshire General Court (RSA).
- RSA 263:56-a Suspension or Revocation for Default, Noncompliance, or Nonpayment of Fine, New Hampshire General Court (RSA).
- RSA 265:6-a Highway Construction and Maintenance, New Hampshire General Court (RSA).
- Demerit Points, New Hampshire Division of Motor Vehicles.
- Respond to a Motor Vehicle Ticket, New Hampshire Division of Motor Vehicles.
- Driver Improvement Courses, New Hampshire Division of Motor Vehicles.
- Suspension and Restoration, New Hampshire Division of Motor Vehicles.
- Motor Vehicle, District Division, New Hampshire Judicial Branch.
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).