Out here in the Western regions of Canada... in a province called British Columbia we have some new laws pertaining to speeding. Here's the gist of it.
The Motor Vehicle Act (as of Sept 20, 2010) defines excessive speed as driving at a speed greater than 40 km/h over the speed limit. So...
Drivers going more than 40 km/h over the limit receive a $368 fine and those exceeding the limit by more than 60 km/h receive a $483 fine.
Add this to that... if you are caught excessively speeding, you will automatically have your car impounded for seven days for a first offense, 30-days for a second offense, and 60 days for any subsequent offenses within two years. You’ll also pay to get your car out. Towing and seven days of storage will cost you at least $210, a 30 day impoundment will cost around $700, while a 60-day impoundment will cost over $1200.
That means that it could cost anywhere from $578 - $1700 for speeding, depending on the circumstances. Riders planning to visit BC, Canada in upcoming years beware... the speeding laws are BRUTAL now. So, all of you who attend the Nelson RAT Raid... better learn to slow down next time you're here.
