CVC 22348(b) Speeding Over 100 MPH Ticket Attorney in San Francisco

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California Vehicle Code section 22348(b) makes it an infraction to drive more than 100 miles per hour on a California highway. Although it is not a misdemeanor, a conviction carries serious consequences, including two DMV points, substantial fines and penalty assessments, and the possibility of a license suspension. Depending on the circumstances, the court may also require an appearance before the case can be resolved.

Ticket Crushers, A Law Corporation, led by founder and managing partner Adam Cohen, Esq., handles traffic infractions throughout the San Francisco Bay Area and California. In an excessive-speed case, our team of San Francisco speeding ticket attorneys reviews the officer’s speed measurement method, the available evidence, and the driver’s record before determining how to proceed.

This page explains the fines and suspension tiers under CVC 22348(b), how DMV points and negligent operator rules work, what a conviction does to your insurance and record, and how a defense attorney can fight the charge. Call Ticket Crushers, A Law Corporation at (628) 203-1868 to schedule a consultation.

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CVC 22348(b): Speeding Over 100 MPH

California Vehicle Code section 22348(b) makes it an infraction to drive more than 100 miles per hour on a California highway. Although it is not a criminal offense, the penalties are significantly more severe than those for an ordinary speeding ticket. A conviction results in two DMV points, substantial fines and penalty assessments, and license suspension consequences that become more severe for repeat offenses.

California Vehicle Code section 22348(b) provides that “a person who drives a vehicle upon a highway at a speed greater than 100 miles per hour is guilty of an infraction punishable, as follows:

Upon a first conviction of a violation of this subdivision, by a fine of not to exceed five hundred dollars ($500). The court may also suspend the privilege of the person to operate a motor vehicle for a period not to exceed 30 days pursuant to Section 13200.5.
Upon a conviction under this subdivision of an offense that occurred within three years of a prior offense resulting in a conviction of an offense under this subdivision, by a fine of not to exceed seven hundred fifty dollars ($750). The person’s privilege to operate a motor vehicle shall be suspended by the Department of Motor Vehicles pursuant to subdivision (a) of Section 13355.
Upon a conviction under this subdivision of an offense that occurred within five years of two or more prior offenses resulting in convictions of offenses under this subdivision, by a fine of not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). The person’s privilege to operate a motor vehicle shall be suspended by the Department of Motor Vehicles pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 13355.

Facing a citation for driving over 100 mph can have lasting consequences for your driving record, license, and insurance. Call Ticket Crushers, A Law Corporation at (628) 203-1868 to schedule a consultation and discuss the strongest defense strategy for your case.

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Fines and Penalties for a CVC 22348(b) Conviction

A conviction under California Vehicle Code section 22348(b) carries significant financial and licensing consequences. The standard scheduled penalty includes a $200 base fine, $696 in mandatory penalty assessments and surcharges, and $896 in total bail. A conviction also results in two DMV points on your driving record.

Penalty assessments and fees substantially increase the amount owed beyond the base fine. A conviction under CVC 22348(b) always carries two DMV points. Reducing the case to a one-point violation requires dismissal of the CVC 22348(b) charge or a conviction under a different Vehicle Code section.

Penalty	Amount
Base Fine	$200
Penalty Assessments & Surcharges	$696
Total Bail	$896
DMV Points	2

If you are facing a citation for driving over 100 mph, prompt legal representation can make a significant difference in the outcome of your case. Call Ticket Crushers, A Law Corporation at (628) 203-1868 to schedule a consultation before your court date.

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DMV Points and License Suspension Rules in California

A conviction under CVC 22348(b) results in two DMV points. The DMV retains two-point convictions on a driver’s record for seven years, compared with three years for most one-point violations and ten years for specified alcohol-related offenses.

Under California’s Negligent Operator Treatment System (NOTS), the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) considers a driver a negligent operator after accumulating:

Four points within 12 months
Six points within 24 months
Eight points within 36 months

At the Level III negligent-operator threshold, the DMV imposes a one-year probation period that includes a six-month license suspension. Because a conviction under CVC 22348(b) adds two points at once, a single citation can move a driver significantly closer to a negligent-operator action.

Separate from the court case, the DMV-CHP FAST pilot refers citations alleging speeds over 100 mph to the DMV Driver Safety Branch for review. The DMV can evaluate the incident and the driver’s record to determine whether separate administrative action is appropriate.

A two-point conviction can affect your driving privileges long after your court case is over. Call Ticket Crushers, A Law Corporation at (628) 203-1868 to discuss your options for contesting a CVC 22348(b) citation and protecting your driving record.

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Mandatory Court Appearance and Failure to Appear Penalties

A citation under California Vehicle Code section 22348(b) can require a court appearance because the statute authorizes a license suspension. Whether a driver must appear personally, may appear through counsel, or is permitted to appear remotely depends on the citation, the court’s procedures, and any orders issued in the case.

In many infraction cases, an attorney can appear on the driver’s behalf, although the court retains the authority to require the driver’s personal appearance. If a driver willfully fails to appear as required, Vehicle Code section 40508 makes that failure a separate misdemeanor offense regardless of the outcome of the underlying speeding citation.

Missing a required court appearance can create additional legal problems beyond the original speeding charge. Call Ticket Crushers, A Law Corporation at (628) 203-1868 to discuss your options before your scheduled court date.

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Adam Cohen, Esq.

Adam Cohen, Esq. is the founder and managing partner of Ticket Crushers, A Law Corporation. He defends drivers throughout California in speeding ticket, DUI, and traffic violation cases, including citations under California Vehicle Code section 22348(b). Adam evaluates the evidence in each case, identifies available defenses, and appears in traffic court on behalf of clients whenever permitted to help protect their driving records and driving privileges.

Before founding Ticket Crushers, Adam interned with the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office felony unit and later served as a prosecutor in the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office Domestic Violence Unit. He earned his J.D. from Loyola Law School, Loyola Marymount University, and founded Ticket Crushers to provide accessible, experienced traffic defense for drivers throughout Northern and Southern California.

How a San Francisco Speeding Ticket Lawyer Can Fight Your Case

Every CVC 22348(b) case is unique. The best defense depends on how the officer measured your speed, the evidence collected, and your driving history. An experienced speeding ticket attorney reviews the facts to identify weaknesses in the prosecution’s case.

Depending on the circumstances, defense strategies may include:

Challenging radar or LiDAR evidence, including device calibration, maintenance logs, officer training, and target identification.
Challenging pacing estimates by questioning whether the officer maintained a proper, steady distance long enough to get an accurate speed reading.
Cross-examining the citing officer on visibility, traffic conditions, and measurement accuracy.
Negotiating a reduction to a lower, one-point Vehicle Code violation when supported by the facts.
Presenting mitigating factors to seek lower fines or argue against a discretionary 30-day court license suspension.

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Drivers cited for traveling at very high speeds are sometimes charged with additional Vehicle Code violations or resolve their cases under a different speeding statute. These offenses carry different penalties and can affect fines and license consequences. Related violations include:

Reckless driving under CVC 23103
A speed contest under CVC 23109(a)
An exhibition of speed under CVC 23109(c)
Driving faster than 65 mph under the maximum speed law (CVC 22349(a))
Violating California’s Basic Speed Law (CVC 22350)

Unlike CVC 22349(a) and CVC 22350, which are standard speeding offenses, reckless driving and participation in a speed contest can be prosecuted as misdemeanors. An exhibition-of-speed charge may also be prosecuted as a misdemeanor or, in qualifying cases, treated as an infraction under Penal Code section 19.8. Depending on the facts of the case, resolving a CVC 22348(b) citation under a different Vehicle Code section can significantly change the penalties and collateral consequences.

Consequences for Commercial and CDL Drivers

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) holders face strict rules. Because CVC 22348(b) is a two-point violation, no driver is eligible for traffic school for this charge as written, regardless of whether the ticket occurred in a commercial or personal vehicle. Traffic school is only available if the charge is reduced to an eligible one-point violation.

Under federal regulations, speeding 15 mph or more over the limit is considered a “serious traffic violation.” Two serious traffic violations within three years result in a 60-day CDL disqualification, while three violations within three years lead to a 120-day disqualification.

If you hold a commercial driver’s license and were cited for driving over 100 mph, contact Ticket Crushers, A Law Corporation as soon as possible. Call (628) 203-1868 to discuss your defense options and the potential impact on your CDL before your court date.

Serving Drivers Across Northern and Southern California

Ticket Crushers represents drivers cited for speeding and other traffic violations throughout California. Our offices in San Francisco, San Jose, Sacramento, and Los Angeles allow us to represent clients in traffic courts across Northern and Southern California. Whether you were cited on Interstate 5, U.S. Highway 101, Interstate 80, Interstate 280, Interstate 405, or another California roadway, our attorneys evaluate the facts of your case and develop a defense strategy tailored to your circumstances.

If you received a CVC 22348(b) citation anywhere in California, our team is ready to help. Call Ticket Crushers, A Law Corporation at (628) 203-1868 to schedule a consultation before your court date.

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A citation under California Vehicle Code section 22348(b) can have lasting consequences for your driving privileges and insurance costs. Taking prompt action allows an experienced attorney to evaluate the evidence, explain your legal options, and develop the strongest defense strategy before your court date.

At Ticket Crushers, A Law Corporation, Adam Cohen represents drivers cited for speeding over 100 mph and other California traffic violations in courts throughout San Francisco, San Jose, Sacramento, Los Angeles, and surrounding communities. Our team reviews the officer’s speed-measurement method, examines the available evidence, and develops a defense strategy based on the facts of your case while appearing in court on your behalf whenever permitted.

Call Ticket Crushers, A Law Corporation at (628) 203-1868 for a free consultation, or visit our San Francisco office at 350 Rhode Island Street, South Building, Suite 240, San Francisco, CA 94103. We represent drivers throughout the San Francisco Bay Area, San Jose, Sacramento, Los Angeles, and across California.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is speeding over 100 mph a misdemeanor or an infraction in California?

CVC 22348(b) is an infraction, not a misdemeanor or felony. A conviction carries two DMV points and possible license consequences, but the over-100-mph charge itself is not a misdemeanor. Separate conduct, including reckless driving, a speed contest, or a willful failure to appear, may create a misdemeanor charge.

Do I have to appear in court for a 100 mph speeding ticket?

A CVC 22348(b) citation may require an appearance because the statute authorizes license suspension. The citation, courtesy notice, and local court rules control whether the driver must appear personally, may appear remotely, or may appear through counsel.

How long do the two DMV points stay on my driving record?

A CVC 22348(b) conviction is a two-point violation that DMV generally discloses for seven years. It is not eligible for traffic-school confidentiality as charged.

What happens if this is my second or third 100 mph ticket?

A qualifying second conviction within three years carries a maximum base fine of $750 and a six-month suspension or six-month restricted license. A qualifying third or later conviction within five years carries a maximum base fine of $1,000 and a one-year suspension or one-year restricted license. DMV imposes the repeat-offense license consequence under CVC 13355.