San Francisco has recently rolled out new speed cameras in an effort to improve road safety and reduce speeding across the city. If you're driving in the city, it's essential to know where these cameras are located and how much speeding tickets could cost you. Below is a comprehensive guide to San Francisco speed camera locations, their operational status, and the fines associated with violations. Here is another map of San Francisco speed cameras.
Why Speed Cameras Matter
Speeding is one of the leading causes of accidents in urban areas. With the passage of California’s AB 645, San Francisco is now authorized to install and operate speed cameras in high-risk corridors. These cameras are designed to improve traffic safety, especially in areas with a history of collisions and speeding violations.
Current SF Speed Camera Locations
Here is the full list of speed camera locations in San Francisco, including which ones are currently active (issuing warnings) and which are installed but not yet operational.
Speed Cameras Currently Issuing Warnings:
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Fulton Street (42nd to 43rd Ave)
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Geary Blvd (7th to 8th Ave)
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Fulton Street (2nd Ave to Arguello Blvd)
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Geary Blvd (Webster to Buchanan St)
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Turk Street (Van Ness Ave to Polk St)
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Franklin Street (Union to Green St)
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Columbus Ave (Lombard to Greenwich St)
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Broadway (Powell to Stockton St)
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10th Street (Harrison to Folsom St)
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7th Street (Harrison to Folsom St)
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King Street (EB only, 4th to 5th St)
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Market Street (Danvers to Douglass St)
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3rd Street (NB only, Key to Jamestown Ave)
Cameras Installed – Not Yet Operational (TBD):
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Lincoln Way (27th to 28th Ave)
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Bay Street (Octavia to Gough St)
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The Embarcadero (Green to Battery St)
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Mission Street (8th to 9th St)
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9th Street (Bryant to Harrison St)
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Harrison Street (4th to 5th St)
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Bryant Street (2nd to 3rd St)
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Guerrero Street (19th to 20th St)
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16th Street (Bryant St to Potrero Ave)
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San Jose Ave (29th to 30th St)
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Cesar Chavez St (Folsom to Harrison St)
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Cesar Chavez St (Indiana to Tennessee St)
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Bayshore Blvd (SB only, 101 off-ramp to Tunnel Ave)
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Geneva Ave (Prague St to Brookdale Ave)
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Mission St (Ottawa Ave to Allison St)
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Alemany Blvd (Farragut to Naglee Ave)
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Ocean Ave (Frida Kahlo Way to Howth St)
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San Jose Ave (Santa Ynez to Ocean Ave)
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Monterey Blvd (Edna to Congo St)
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Sloat Blvd (41st Ave to Skyline Blvd)
Be aware that these locations are already equipped with speed enforcement technology, and many are expected to begin issuing tickets soon.
Speeding Fines in San Francisco (AB 645)
San Francisco follows the state guidelines for speed camera penalties under AB 645, including special rates for low-income drivers:
| Speed Over Limit | Standard Fee | Low-Income Fee | Public Assistance Fee |
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| 11–15 MPH | $50 | $25 | $10 |
| 16–25 MPH | $100 | $50 | $20 |
| 26+ MPH | $200 | $100 | $40 |
| 100+ MPH | $500 | $250 | $100 |
It’s important to note that the first few months of camera operation involve issuing warnings, but citations will be issued once the full enforcement phase begins.
Drive Smart in San Francisco
To avoid hefty fines and ensure road safety for all, keep your speed within posted limits—especially around known speed camera locations. Stay informed, stay alert, and drive responsibly.
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