North Dakota Speeding Ticket Costs
State Citation Reference & Guidelines|Verified: 2026-06-30
Quick Reference Summary
North Dakota Citation Profile
How to Handle Your North Dakota Speeding Ticket
Estimate your total expenses (including the estimated 16% insurance premium increase over 3 years) using our interactive fine estimator. Respond to the ticket within 30 days to avoid a $30 late fee or suspension.
Fines by Speed Exceeded
Ticket fine amounts in North Dakota scale incrementally based on how fast you were driving above the posted speed limit.
Speeding Ticket Cost Breakdown by MPH Over
Select common speeding increments to view exact point assessments, typical insurance cost impacts, and criminal misdemeanor thresholds in North Dakota.
| Speed Exceeded | Est. Fine Amount | Points Assessed | Est. 3-Year Insurance Increase | Misdemeanor? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| +5 MPH Over | $20 | 0 Points | +$864 | No |
| +10 MPH Over | $20 | 0 Points | +$864 | No |
| +15 MPH Over | $30 | 1 Point | +$864 | No |
| +20 MPH Over | $40 | 3 Points | +$864 | No |
| +25 MPH Over | $50 | 4 Points | +$864 | No |
| +30 MPH Over | $100 | 6 Points | +$864 | No |
§ Criminal & Misdemeanor Risk
Driving in excess of 100 mph can be charged as Reckless Driving, carrying a fine of up to $250 and up to 30 days in jail.
§ License Points & Record Duration
Accumulating 12 or more points on your record results in an automatic license suspension.
§ Traffic School Eligibility
Completing a defensive driving course reduces 3 points from your record. Eligible once every 12 months.
§ Deadlines & Late Fees
You must respond or pay within 30 days of citation issuance. Failure to resolve the ticket results in license suspension and collections referral.
§ Out-of-State Drivers & Compact Rules
North Dakota reports citations via the Driver License Compact (DLC).
As a participating member of the DLC, North Dakota will automatically report speeding and other moving violations back to your home state's licensing department (DMV/BMV). The violation points and records will be applied to your home state license according to your state's local conversion rules.
County Court Payment Portals
Select your local county court below to check ticket records or pay fines online directly through government portals:
Other State Speeding Fine Guides
Select another verified state guide below for fine rates and license point limits:
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a speeding ticket in North Dakota?
In North Dakota, speeding tickets typically cost between $20 and $100 depending on your speed. North Dakota speeding fines are extremely low: $1 per mph over for up to 10 mph over, and $2 per mph over after that.
How many points is a traffic ticket in North Dakota?
Speeding violations in North Dakota assess between 0 and 6 points on your license record. Accumulating 12 or more points on your record results in an automatic license suspension.
Is speeding a misdemeanor in North Dakota?
Driving in excess of 100 mph can be charged as Reckless Driving, carrying a fine of up to $250 and up to 30 days in jail. Driving at speeds over 100 mph can lead to reckless driving or excessive speed charges, which are criminal misdemeanors.
Does a speeding ticket affect your insurance in North Dakota?
Yes. Speeding tickets in North Dakota typically increase auto insurance premiums by an average of 16%. This increase is calculated on your premium for up to 3 years.
Will a speeding ticket affect my out-of-state license?
Yes. North Dakota is a member of the Driver License Compact (DLC) and reports all moving violations to your home state DMV. Your home state DMV will apply local points and record guidelines.
Verified Reference Statutes
- Cited directly from: North Dakota Century Code 39-09-02 (State legislative or department of motor vehicles domain)