Baltimore speed cameras will expand to 5 additional school zones beginning on or about October 26, 2026. The cameras target drivers traveling at least 12 mph above posted limits, as the Baltimore Chronicle editorial team notes.
The expansion is part of Baltimore’s Automated Traffic Violation Enforcement System. The Baltimore City Department of Transportation uses automated enforcement to reduce dangerous driving around schools.
Where the new Baltimore speed cameras will operate
The 5 enforcement areas cover several major streets across Baltimore. Multiple schools are located within the affected corridors.
Drivers should watch for posted school-zone signs at these locations:
- 5700-6000 blocks of Loch Raven Boulevard near Cardinal Shehan School and Yorkwood Elementary School
- 4600-5300 blocks of Moravia Road near Furley Elementary School
- 2800-2900 blocks of West Baltimore Street near The SEED School of Maryland
- 6200-6400 McClean Boulevard near Reginald F. Lewis High School
- 2300-2500 blocks of East Northern Parkway near Baltimore Revolutionary Academy
The locations were reported by CBS News Baltimore following the city transportation department’s announcement.
The cameras may operate in multiple directions. Drivers should therefore follow the posted limit throughout the entire signed zone.
When do Baltimore school zone cameras operate?
Baltimore school zone cameras operate throughout the year. They are active Monday through Friday between 6 a.m. and 8 p.m.
The system records vehicles exceeding the limit by at least 12 mph.
| Speed above posted limit | Fine |
|---|---|
| 12-15 mph | $40 |
| 16-19 mph | $70 |
| 20-29 mph | $120 |
| 30-39 mph | $230 |
| 40 mph or more | $425 |
Baltimore’s fiscal documents confirm the progressive fine structure. The city introduced the higher penalties after changes approved by Maryland lawmakers.
Automated speed-camera violations are civil citations. They do not add points to the driver’s license.
Why Baltimore is adding more school zone cameras
City officials say speeding remains a serious threat around schools and pedestrian-heavy streets.
Automated enforcement allows the city to monitor these areas consistently. Cameras also operate when schools are closed during parts of the year.
Drivers approaching a school zone should check signs before entering the corridor. The 12 mph threshold should not be treated as an extra allowance.
Baltimore law also requires signage before enforcement begins at a newly placed school-zone camera location.
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