Received a Speeding Ticket in London? Here's What You Need to Know


If you've received a speeding ticket in London, you're facing a decision that over 140,000 drivers have confronted in the past decade. According to NextLaw's analysis of Ontario court data, London issued 143,464 speeding charges between 2015 and 2025. As Southwestern Ontario's largest city, London's enforcement patterns affect drivers from across the region.


Understanding the full costs of a speeding ticket—beyond just the fine—is essential before deciding whether to pay or fight.


London Speeding Enforcement: Recent Recovery


London's speeding enforcement shows a pattern of decline followed by recent recovery. Jon Cohen, who has represented thousands of speeding cases across Ontario, has analyzed these trends. The data shows enforcement that dropped significantly before bouncing back strongly.


In 2015, London issued 15,108 speeding charges. Numbers declined steadily to just 6,791 in 2019. After the pandemic disruption, enforcement has rebounded—2025's partial year shows 24,314 charges, the highest in the dataset.


Year-by-Year London Speeding Charges (2015-2025)


The progression shows decline followed by strong recovery:

- 2015: 15,108 charges


- 2016: 12,693 charges


- 2017: 11,945 charges


- 2018: 7,980 charges


- 2019: 6,791 charges


- 2020: 7,491 charges


- 2021: 7,705 charges


- 2022: 17,549 charges


- 2023: 18,220 charges


- 2024: 13,668 charges


- 2025: 24,314 charges (partial year)

Dan Joffe, traffic lawyer at NextLaw, notes that London's enforcement recovery reflects the city's renewed focus on traffic safety, including expanded camera enforcement in school zones and community safety areas.


What the Prepaid Rate Tells Us


Of London's 143,464 speeding charges, 64.4% resulted in prepaid fines—slightly higher than the provincial average of about 61%. This suggests London drivers are somewhat more likely to simply pay than fight their tickets.


What Happens When You Get a Speeding Ticket in London?


When you receive a speeding ticket in London, you have 15 days to respond. Missing this deadline can result in automatic conviction. Jon Cohen emphasizes these 15 days are when your options are broadest.


Your options:

- Pay the fine (64.4% of drivers do this)


- Request early resolution (may reduce charge but still results in conviction)


- Request a trial (only path to potential dismissal)

The Real Cost of a London Speeding Ticket


The fine is just the beginning. A 15-29 km/h over conviction carries a $95-$220 fine but can increase insurance 20-30% for three to six years. That $150 fine can become $3,750+ in total costs.


Demerit Points vs. Insurance


Demerit points are tracked by Service Ontario for licensing—9-14 triggers warning, 15+ means suspension. For G1/G2 drivers, 4+ points causes automatic 30-day suspension. Insurance is based on convictions, not points directly.


London's Provincial Offences Court


London speeding tickets are processed through the City of London Provincial Offences Court. The court serves the city's population of over 400,000 and surrounding areas.


Common London Speeding Hotspots


Key enforcement areas include:

- Highway 401 south of London sees significant OPP enforcement


- Highway 402 to Sarnia is an active corridor


- Highway 4 north sees regular enforcement


- Richmond Street, Oxford Street, and Wonderland Road see regular city enforcement


- Western University areas see enforcement targeting student traffic


- The new development areas in south and west London have expanding school zones with automated cameras

Should You Fight Your London Speeding Ticket?


With 64.4% paying without fighting, roughly one-third of London drivers contest their tickets. Jon Cohen recommends evaluating your specific situation—particularly your driving record and insurance implications.


NextLaw Client Success


"Jon and his team have gone above and beyond to make sure they built trust and confidence with their clients. With the situation I was stuck in I was very worried about the outcome but thanks to them everything turned out better than I could have imagined." - M.S.


Understanding Your Options


London's enforcement has rebounded to new highs. Understanding your options before the 15-day deadline passes is essential for making an informed decision.


This article is based on NextLaw's professional analysis of Ontario speeding legal procedures and is provided for informational purposes only. Every case presents unique circumstances, and outcomes depend on specific case facts and proper legal representation. https://www.nextlaw.ca/?p=33148