California’s transportation agency just rolled out a pilot that will automatically flag every speeding ticket over 100 mph for immediate review-an aggressive move aimed at slashing fatal crashes.
## FAST Pilot: How It Works
The initiative, called Forwarded Actions for Speeding Tickets (FAST), sends citations for driving over 100 mph straight to the DMV’s Driver Safety Branch, regardless of a driver’s prior record. The DMV then reviews the case and the driver’s history to decide on next steps, which could include suspension or revocation of the license. This administrative process can happen independently of any court conviction, CalSTA says.
## Speeding Statistics and Enforcement
According to CalSTA, CHP officers issue about 1,600 citations per month to drivers caught speeding more than 100 mph, totaling over 18,000 such citations in 2024. The CHP has also deployed a new fleet of low-profile, specifically marked patrol cars on the state’s busiest and high-risk roads to catch speeding drivers.
## Leadership Voices
“The FAST pilot reflects our commitment to innovation, accountability and prevention — using real-time information to intervene before dangerous driving turns deadly. This is about protecting lives and delivering on our shared responsibilities to make our roads safer for everyone,” California Transportation Secretary Toks Omishakin said in a statement.
“We want to take immediate action against dangerous drivers before their carelessness leads to a deadly crash. We’re being proactive, and together with our CHP partners, we’re ready to put the brakes on this reckless behavior,” DMV Director Steve Gordon added.
Speeding remains a major factor in traffic deaths statewide, contributing to 32% of all fatalities, CalSTA officials said.
## Key Takeaways
– The FAST pilot will automatically forward >100 mph tickets to the DMV for review.
– CHP issues 1,600 high-speed citations monthly, 18,000 in 2024.
– Speeding accounts for 32% of California traffic fatalities.
California’s new pilot marks a decisive step toward reducing fatal crashes caused by excessive speeding.
