Under Mississippi's "Emma's Law," fines for speeding in a school zone when children are present are:
The same as other speeding violations.
The law specifically enhances school-zone fines.
Doubled when children are present.
Waived if no children are visible.
Fines are enhanced when children are present, not waived otherwise.
Converted to community service.
The law does not convert fines.
Mississippi's "Emma's Law" doubles fines for speeding violations in a posted school zone when children are present, with additional penalties for repeat offenders. Posted school-zone speed limits are typically 15–20 mph during arrival and dismissal hours.
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