PennDOT and the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission announced that the first phase of the Automated Work Zone Speed Enforcement has begun. A required 60-day pre-reinforcement period will last until March 4. The automated system will use cameras and other technology to monitor speeds in active work zones. Automated speed enforcement units will be set up in active work zones during the pre-enforcement period, but violations will not be issued. Locations of the systems will be marked with signs and they are also posted on the PennDOT’s website. Once enforcement begins on March 4, the following penalties will be in effect:

First offense: warning letter
Second offense: violation notice and $75 fine
Third offense: violation notice and $150 fine

Officials say the violations are civil penalties and no points will be added to drivers’ licenses.