Franklin County, Ohio traffic ticket costs
Franklin County Municipal Court
Speeding ticket$152–$192depends on mph over
Insurance over 3 years+$1,225+23% for about 3 years, state average
Points0–4for speeding
Remedial driving courseYesavailable, with limits
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How much is a speeding ticket in Franklin County, Ohio?
What do other tickets cost in Franklin County?
7 other common tickets from the court’s own schedule. Pick one for points, deadlines and ways to keep it off your record.
- Work zone$207–$287
- Red light$55 + costs
- Stop sign$55 + costs
- Texting$70 + costs
- Expired registration$45 + costs
- Seat belt$30 + costs
- Failure to yield$55 + costs
Every fine on the court's schedule (14)
| Ticket | You pay |
|---|---|
| Speeding, 1–9 mph overPrinted as: Speed (1-9 mph over limit), 4511.21First moving violation in 12 months. | $152[2][3] |
| Speeding, 10–19 mph overPrinted as: Speed (10-19 mph over limit), 4511.21First moving violation in 12 months. | $172[2][3] |
| Speeding, 20+ mph overPrinted as: Speed (20 mph or more over limit), 4511.21First moving violation in 12 months. | $192[2][3] |
| Work zone speeding, 1–9 mph overPrinted as: Construction zone speeding, under 10 mph overClerk's total if paid by the court date. | $207[3] |
| Work zone speeding, 10–19 mph overPrinted as: Construction zone speeding, 10-19 mph overClerk's total if paid by the court date. | $247[3] |
| Work zone speeding, 20+ mph overPrinted as: Construction zone speeding, more than 20 mph overClerk's total if paid by the court date. | $287[3] |
| Traffic control device, 4511.12First moving violation in 12 months. | $55 fine + court costs[2] |
| Right-of-way, stop/yield sign at through highway, 4511.43First moving violation in 12 months. | $55 fine + court costs[2] |
| Right-of-way, left turn, 4511.42First moving violation in 12 months. | $55 fine + court costs[2] |
| Rules for driving in marked lanes, 4511.33First moving violation in 12 months. | $55 fine + court costs[2] |
| Space between moving vehicles, 4511.34First moving violation in 12 months. | $55 fine + court costs[2] |
| Prohibition against text-based communication while driving, 4511.204(A)Court costs are added. | $70 fine + court costs[2] |
| Failure to wear seat belt, operator, 4513.263(B)(1)Passenger: $20. | $30 fine + court costs[2] |
| Display of license tags, 4503.21Court costs are added. | $45 fine + court costs[2] |
How do you reach Franklin County Municipal Court?
Address
375 South High Street, 2nd Floor (Criminal/Traffic), Columbus, OH 43215[3]
Phone
(614) 645-8186[3]
Before you go: 5 more things to know about this court
- The court's fine schedule lists the fine only. Costs come from Schedule 9.00 and the clerk's FAQ gives the combined totals for speeding.[2]
- Offenses not on the schedule need a court appearance.[2]
- If you need more time, appear on your court date to ask for an extension or payment plan.[3]
- If payment hasn't arrived by the court date, the clerk mails a postcard warning that a warrant could issue.[3]
- Paying the ticket counts as a guilty plea.[3]
What should you do with a Franklin County ticket?
What kind of ticket did you get in Franklin County?
- Speeding
- School zone
- Work zone
- Red light
- Stop sign
- Texting
- No insurance
- Expired registration
- Seat belt
- School bus
- Failure to yield
- Parking
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What else do people ask?
How much is a speeding ticket in Franklin County?
Franklin County's published fine schedule lists $152–$192 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 Franklin County?
Through the court's own online payment or case lookup page, linked at the top of this page, or by phone at (614) 645-8186.
Sources
Court sources (4)
- Franklin County Municipal Court Local Rule 13, Schedule 5.04: Fines in Traffic Cases, Franklin County Municipal Court.
- Franklin County Municipal Clerk of Court: Criminal/Traffic FAQ, Franklin County Municipal Court Clerk.
- Franklin County Municipal Court Local Rule 13, Schedule 9.00: Costs and Fees, Franklin County Municipal Court.
- Franklin County Municipal Clerk of Court: payment options, Franklin County Municipal Court Clerk.
Ohio law and DMV sources (5)
- Ohio Rev. Code §4510.037 Point system, remedial driving course, Ohio Legislative Service Commission.
- Ohio Rev. Code §4511.204 Using an electronic wireless communication device while driving, Ohio Legislative Service Commission.
- Ohio Rev. Code §4511.991 Additional fine for distracted driving, distracted driving safety course, Ohio Legislative Service Commission.
- Ohio Rev. Code §4510.22 License forfeiture for failure to appear, Ohio Legislative Service Commission.
- Ohio Traffic Rules, Rule 13 (Traffic violations bureau), Supreme Court of Ohio.
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).