Long Beach is intensifying its efforts to curb speeding with the deployment of 18 new speed cameras across the city. These cameras, which will be positioned at various locations including Long Beach Boulevard and Artesia Boulevard, are designed to ticket drivers traveling 11 mph or more over the posted speed limit. The city anticipates that this measure will contribute to a reduction in traffic fatalities.
Fines for speeding will escalate based on the driver's speed. Exceeding the limit by 11 to 15 mph will result in a $50 fine, while speeds 16 to 25 mph over the limit will incur a $100 fine. Drivers traveling 26 mph or more over the limit face a $200 penalty, with speeds of 100 mph or more resulting in a $500 fine. As is common with such systems, the cameras capture images of rear license plates.
Prior to the commencement of citations, a 60-day warning period will begin no later than October 4, with cameras expected to issue tickets starting at least by December 3. New speed limit and photo enforcement signs will be installed in advance of the camera locations to alert drivers.
City officials have stated that the speed cameras are intended to lower traffic fatalities, noting that Long Beach recorded 53 such deaths in 2025, the highest number since the 1990s. The initiative aims to address safety concerns, particularly for vulnerable road users. One resident, who uses a wheelchair, shared with NBC Los Angeles that she has been struck by vehicles multiple times, highlighting the dangers pedestrians face even with the right of way.
Citations issued by these cameras will not impact drivers' insurance rates or appear on their driving records. The cameras will photograph the rear license plates of speeding vehicles.