Summit County, Ohio traffic ticket costs
Akron Municipal Court
Speeding ticket$181–$221depends 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 Summit County, Ohio?
What do other tickets cost in Summit 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$181
- Work zone$210–$290
- Red light$186
- Stop sign$186
- Texting$252
- Expired registration$171
- Seat belt$143
- Failure to yield$186
Every fine on the court's schedule (17)
| Ticket | You pay |
|---|---|
| Speeding, 1–15 mph overPrinted as: Speeding (4511.21), not more than 15 mph above limit | $181[2] |
| Speeding, 16–20 mph overPrinted as: Speeding (4511.21), 16-20 mph above limit | $186[2] |
| Speeding, 21+ mph overPrinted as: Speeding (4511.21), more than 20 mph above limit | $221[2] |
| School zone speeding (4511.21), not more than 35 mphMore than 35 mph in a school zone: $69 fine, $221 total. | $181[2] |
| Work zone speeding, 1–15 mph overPrinted as: Construction zone speeding (fines doubled), not more than 15 mph above limit | $210[2] |
| Work zone speeding, 16–20 mph overPrinted as: Construction zone speeding, 16-20 mph above limit | $220[2] |
| Work zone speeding, 21+ mph overPrinted as: Construction zone speeding, more than 20 mph above limit | $290[2] |
| Traffic control devices, red lights (4511.12-4511.15) | $186[2] |
| Right of way violations, incl. stop signs (4511.41-4511.451) | $186[2] |
| Right of way violations (4511.41-4511.451) | $186[2] |
| Driving while texting (4511.204) | $252[2] |
| Driving in marked lanes (4511.33) | $181[2] |
| Following too closely (4511.34) | $176[2] |
| Turns, U-turns and signals (4511.36-4511.40) | $186[2] |
| Expired license plates (4503.21)Same amount for 1 to 90+ days expired. | $171[2] |
| Reckless operation (4511.20) | $221[2] |
| Non-use of seat belt, driver (Akron ordinance 72.70B1)Seat belt costs are $113. | $143[2] |
How do you reach Akron Municipal Court?
Address
172 S. Broadway St., Akron, OH 44308[2][3] (Traffic Violations Bureau is in the first-floor lobby.)
Phone
(330) 375-2572[3]
Hours
Courtroom Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., Saturday 8:00 a.m.-noon for arraignment only[2]
Before you go: 4 more things to know about this court
- Waiver totals include $152 in local and state costs: $42 local basic costs, $20 state public defender, $10 state court cost, $9 victims of crime, $23 computerization, $3 bank automation and $45 special projects.[2]
- Any waiverable ticket involving an accident is $221 regardless of charge.[2]
- To plead not guilty, explain, get a payment plan or do community service, appear on or before the date on your ticket. Missing it can bring a license forfeiture or bench warrant.[3]
- Red-light camera tickets are not handled by the court.[3]
What should you do with a Summit County ticket?
What kind of ticket did you get in Summit 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 Summit County?
Summit County's published fine schedule lists $181–$221 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 Summit County?
Through the court's own online payment or case lookup page, linked at the top of this page, or by phone at (330) 375-2572.
Sources
Court sources (2)
- Akron Municipal Court: Traffic Waiver Costs, Akron Municipal Court.
- Akron Municipal Court: Traffic/Parking, Akron Municipal Court.
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).