School Zone Speed Program to Begin Soon! Learn More..
The City of Greenacres and the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office are collaborating to enhance community safety by installing state-of-the-art digital speed safety cameras, aiming to reduce traffic violations and collisions, and promote safety around our schools.
That’s why Greenacres has partnered with Verra Mobility to use school zone speed safety cameras at 16 locations near the city’s schools to decrease potential violations. This effort aims to protect our students from reckless drivers, enabling them to travel safely to and from school.
Speed safety cameras have been proven effective in reducing crashes and pedestrian-related injuries. Most importantly, communities that use speed safety cameras consistently report safer roads around their schools. We want to stop this behavior before it becomes fatal.
Our school zone speed safety program helps drivers pay more attention and obey traffic laws. This is just one of the many tools the city is employing to reduce speeding and keep the community safe.
The following school zones will enter a Warning Live Period beginning January 8, 2026:
- Cholee Lake Elementary
- Greenacres Elementary
How do the school zone speed safety cameras work?
The photo speed monitoring systems are equipped with sophisticated radar equipment that monitors vehicle speeds as traffic approaches and passes by the equipment. When a vehicle exceeds the threshold limit, a photograph is taken of the vehicle. A second photograph is taken as the vehicle passes the detection zone to record the license plate of the vehicle. The date, time, speed, and location of the infraction is recorded on the digital image. The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office reviews each incident before a Notice of Violation or citation (UTC) is issued. The notice of violation or citation will contain images of the vehicle and a close-up of the license plate.
Why did I receive a Notice of Violation?
A Notice of Violation for a speed violation was issued as your vehicle was found to be traveling in excess of 10 miles per hour over the school zone speed limit during one of the following times:
a) Within 30 minutes before, through 30 minutes after the start of a regularly scheduled breakfast program.
b) Within 30 minutes before, through 30 minutes after the start of a regularly scheduled school session.
c) Within 30 minutes before, through 30 minutes after the end of a regularly scheduled school session.
What is the fine amount for a school zone speeding violation? Is there a late fee?
The owner of a motor vehicle is liable for payment of a statutory penalty of $100 for the Notice of Violation. There are no points assessed for this Notice of Violation. If the owner of the vehicle does not pay the statutory penalty, request a hearing, or submit an affidavit by the due date listed on the Notice of Violation, a Uniform Traffic Citation will be issued.
What happens if I ignore the Notice of Violation?
If you fail to respond with a payment, submit an affidavit, or schedule a hearing, a Uniform Traffic Citation (“UTC”) will be issued with additional statutory court fees and costs added to the $100 penalty. Upon issuance of a UTC, you shall have the remedies specified in Florida Statute § 318.14, which include the right to have a hearing before a designated official, who shall determine whether a violation was committed. If the official concludes that no violation was committed, no costs or penalties are imposed. If the official concludes that a violation was committed, the official may impose an additional civil penalty not to exceed $500 and court fees and costs.
Will my insurance rates be affected?
No, this is a non-criminal infraction and is not reported to any insurance agencies.
How do I pay my citation?
ONLINE PAYMENT: The fastest and easiest way to pay your Notice is to pay online. Go to www.ViolationInfo.com and log on with your Notice # and PIN shown in the red box on the front of this notice. Click the Pay button. There is a convenience/service fee for this service.
PAYMENT BY PHONE: Call toll free 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: 1-866-225-8875. There is a convenience/service fee for this service.
PAYMENT BY MAIL: Mail your check or money order (payable to the City of Greenacres) in the enclosed envelope with the coupon printed at the bottom of the reverse side of your notice. DO NOT MAIL CASH. Be sure to put the Notice # on the face of your payment.
If you have any questions, please contact Customer Service at info@violationinfo.com.
What if I lost my Notice of Citation?
Please reach out to Verra Mobility (1-866-225-8875) and have your license plate information ready.
Will the cameras take a picture of the driver of the vehicle?
A speed violation of Florida Statutes §§ 316.1895 and 316.183 is a civil violation assessed against the owner of the vehicle; it is not a criminal violation. Similar to a parking ticket, there is no need to identify the driver and, therefore, no need to capture the image of the driver.
Who receives the Notice of Citation?
The registered owner of the vehicle will receive the Notice of Citation.
What if the registered owner was not driving the vehicle at the time of the violation? How do I dispute it?
The registered owner of a vehicle will be mailed the Notice of Violation. The registered owner of the vehicle is deemed responsible for the violation and the payment of a $100.00 penalty unless, in compliance with Florida Statute § 316.1896(7), the registered owner establishes by a sworn affidavit that a statutory exemption applies. The exemptions are that the motor vehicle: (a) was, at the time of the violation, in the care, custody, or control of another person; (b) a UTC was issued by a law enforcement officer to the driver of the motor vehicle for the same violation of Florida Statutes §§ 316.1895 and 316.183 stated in this Notice; or (c) the motor vehicle's owner was deceased on or before the date that the UTC was issued. The registered owner may submit information and supporting documentation by mailing an Affidavit that is downloadable from www.ViolationInfo.com. THE SUBMISSION OF A FALSE AFFIDAVIT IS A CRIME IN VIOLATION OF § 316.1986(11).
a) If you assert that the vehicle was in the care, custody, or control of another person, you must provide the name, address, date of birth, and, if known, the driver's license number of the person who leased, rented, or otherwise had care, custody, or control of the vehicle at the time of the violation. Acceptance of this assertion by the Police Department will result in the issuance of a Notice of Violation to the person named in the affidavit. If the vehicle was stolen, then the affidavit must include a copy of a police report showing the vehicle to have been stolen.
b) If you assert that a UTC was issued by a law enforcement officer for the violation of Florida Statue §§ 316.1895 or 316.183, stated in the notice, then you must include the serial number of the UTC. For faster processing, you may, but are not required to, include a copy of the UTC. The affidavit must be sworn before a notary public or other person authorized to administer oaths. If an owner furnishes satisfactory evidence and the affidavit complies with the requirements of Florida Statute § 316.1896, the violation will be dismissed. When naming another person as the driver, a Notice of Violation will be issued to the person identified in the evidence as the operator of the motor vehicle at the time of the Violation.
c) If you assert that the motor vehicle's owner was deceased on or before the date that the Notice of Violation was issued, then you must include a certified copy of the owner’s death certificate showing that the date of death occurred on or before the issuance of the uniform traffic citation and one of the following: a. A bill of sale or other document showing that the deceased owner’s motor vehicle was sold after his or her death but on or before the date of the alleged violation, b. Documentary proof that the registered license plate belonging to the deceased owner’s vehicle was returned to the department or any branch office or authorized agent of the department on or before the date of the alleged violation, or c. Copy of a police report showing the deceased owner’s registered license plate or motor vehicle was stolen after the owner’s death but on or before the date of the alleged violation.
I have received a Uniform Traffic Citation ("UTC"). What are the steps to submit an affidavit?
A post UTC Affidavit is used to establish a statutory exemption and must be downloaded from www.ViolationInfo.com and mailed to the address on the affidavit. You may also bring the affidavit with you to a court hearing with the Clerk of Court. Yes, you may submit an affidavit. You must download the Post UTC Affidavit from the links at the bottom of the page on www.ViolationInfo.com. The Post UTC Affidavit must be mailed to the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office. Submission of an affidavit does not guarantee a dismissal of the UTC. You may call Customer Service at 1-866-225-8875 ten (10) days after submission to check on status.
How can I see the video and images captured for my Notice of Citation?
You can view your images on any computer with an Internet connection. Log on to www.ViolationInfo.com. To log on to the site, you must enter the Notice Number and the PIN Number located at the top right of your Notice of Violation. If you do not have internet access, you may view your images at your local public library.
Is this only a revenue-generating program?
This is a safety program. Automated safety systems have been shown to reduce violations and crashes. Numerous studies throughout the U.S. and worldwide, as well as the experience of many other cities, indicate significant decreases in speed violations and collisions after cameras were installed. Oftentimes, a spill-over effect results from automated enforcement: other locations not monitored by automated enforcement also see a decrease in violations and accidents because of the presence of enforcement in different areas of the community.
Who do I speak to with questions about my citation?
Please get in touch with Verra Mobility (1-866-225-8875) with any questions.
