Hamilton County, Ohio traffic ticket costs
Hamilton County Municipal Court
Speeding ticket$150–$190depends 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 Hamilton County, Ohio?
What do other tickets cost in Hamilton County?
8 other common tickets from the court’s own schedule. Pick one for points, deadlines and ways to keep it off your record.
- School zone$150
- Work zone$215
- Red light$150
- Stop sign$150
- Texting$150
- Expired registration$150
- Seat belt$140
- Failure to yield$150
Every fine on the court's schedule (12)
| Ticket | You pay |
|---|---|
| Speeding, 1–25 mph overPrinted as: Other speeding (4511.21), not more than 25 mph overPayout amount, effective March 1, 2025. | $150[2] |
| Speeding, 26+ mph overPrinted as: Other speeding over 25 mph over (4511.21)Payout amount, effective March 1, 2025. | $190[2] |
| School zone speeding over 20 mph (4511.21)Payout amount. | $150[2] |
| Construction zone speeding (4511.21)Payout amount. | $215[2] |
| Obeying traffic control device (4511.12)Payout amount. | $150[2] |
| Right of way, stop sign (4511.43)Payout amount. | $150[2] |
| Right of way, left turn (4511.42)Payout amount. | $150[2] |
| Texting while driving (4511.204), first offenseSecond and third offenses need a court appearance. | $150[2] |
| Safety restraint violation, driverPassenger: $140. | $140[2] |
| Marked lanes (4511.33)Construction zone: $215. | $150[2] |
| Following too closely (4511.34)Construction zone: $215. | $150[2] |
| Display of license plate (4503.21)Payout amount. | $150[2] |
From the court's schedule effective Mar 1, 2025.
How do you reach Hamilton County Municipal Court?
Address
Hamilton County Justice Center, 1000 Sycamore Street, 1st Floor, Cincinnati, OH 45202[4]
Phone
(513) 946-6010[4]
Hours
Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.[4]
Before you go: 4 more things to know about this court
- Payout amounts are the full amount due when paid by 11:59 p.m. the day before court. Paying on the court day adds a $20 case origination fee, and paying after court adds $45.[2]
- Passing a stopped school bus and driving without insurance can't be paid out and need a court appearance.[2]
- If you don't pay or appear, a capias may issue and your license may be suspended.[2]
- If you didn't show proof of insurance at the stop, bring it to the clerk when you pay or to court.[2]
What should you do with a Hamilton County ticket?
What kind of ticket did you get in Hamilton 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 Hamilton County?
Hamilton County's published fine schedule lists $150–$190 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 Hamilton County?
Through the court's own online payment or case lookup page, linked at the top of this page, or by phone at (513) 946-6010.
Sources
Court sources (3)
- Hamilton County Clerk of Courts: Traffic Ticket Payout Search, Hamilton County Clerk of Courts.
- Hamilton County Clerk of Courts: Traffic Tickets, Hamilton County Clerk of Courts.
- Hamilton County Clerk of Courts: Municipal Criminal/Traffic Division, Hamilton County Clerk of Courts.
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).