How to Fight a Speed Camera Ticket in Spokane, WA (2026)
Spokane Police Department's 'Photo-Speed' school-zone speed camera program covers 8 active school zones. Citations carry a maximum fine of $290. As with the Photo-Red program, every image is reviewed by an SPD officer before issuance. The vendor is Verra Mobility (violationinfo.com). The city issued more than 20,000 school-zone speed citations in calendar year 2022. Citations are civil infractions under RCW 46.63.220 — no license points, no driving record impact.
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Spokane Speed Camera Fines
| Violation | Fine |
|---|---|
| Photo-Speed (school-zone speed camera) citationCivil infraction — no license points; RCW 46.63.220 | Up to $290 |
| Online payment convenience feeApplied when paying through violationinfo.com | $4 |
How to Contest a Spokane Speed Camera Ticket
Where: Spokane Municipal Court
How / where to file: 1100 W Mallon Ave, Spokane, WA — hearings Thursdays at 1:30 PM; phone 509.625.4400
Spokane Deadline
30 days from the date on your notice; 14-day mailing defense under RCW 46.63.220(9) applies
Same process as Photo-Red: review at violationinfo.com; contest at Spokane Municipal Court (1100 W Mallon Ave; 509.625.4400; Thursdays 1:30 PM); non-driver affidavit to P.O. Box 27748, Tempe, AZ 85285; check mailing date for 14-day RCW 46.63.220(9) defense.
Notable Speed Camera Locations in Spokane
- Longfellow Elementary — southbound Nevada St
- Finch Elementary — eastbound Northwest Blvd
- Ridgeview Elementary — northbound Maple / southbound Ash
- Willard Elementary — southbound Monroe St
- Roosevelt Elementary — northbound Bernard St
- Ferris HS / Adams Elementary — southbound Ray / northbound Regal
- Shaw Middle School — westbound / eastbound Empire Ave
- Shadle Park HS — southbound Ash St
Spokane Speed Camera — By the Numbers
Spokane's Photo-Speed school-zone program covers 8 active school zones; maximum citation fine is $290 (SPD / Verra Mobility).
Spokane issued more than 20,000 school-zone speed camera citations in calendar year 2022 (SPD annual report).
Spokane Photo-Speed citations are civil infractions under RCW 46.63.220 — no license points, no driving record impact (RCW 46.63.220(16)).
Every Spokane Photo-Speed citation requires SPD officer review before issuance — automated systems alone cannot issue a Spokane camera ticket (SPD).
Which Washington defenses apply to your ticket?
Spokane Photo-Speed citations are governed by RCW 46.63.220. The Washington state page covers statewide defenses: civil infraction structure, no license points, RCW 46.63.220(16) prohibition, 14-day mailing deadline, and SPD officer-review requirement. This page adds Spokane-specific detail: 8 school zone locations with specific school names and directions, up to $290 fine, 20,000+ citations in CY 2022, Verra Mobility vendor, Spokane Municipal Court venue (Thursdays 1:30 PM), and P.O. Box 27748 Tempe AZ 85285 non-driver affidavit address. Distinct from Spokane's Photo-Red program (11 intersections; up to $145; own section) and from Tacoma's camera program (own page).
See all Washington speed camera defenses →Spokane Speed Camera Ticket FAQ
How much is a Spokane school zone speed camera ticket?
Up to $290. Spokane Photo-Speed citations are civil infractions under RCW 46.63.220 — no license points, no driving record entry, no insurance impact.
Which school zones have speed cameras in Spokane?
Eight school zones: near Longfellow Elementary (southbound Nevada), Finch Elementary (eastbound Northwest Blvd), Ridgeview Elementary (northbound Maple / southbound Ash), Willard Elementary (southbound Monroe), Roosevelt Elementary (northbound Bernard), Ferris HS / Adams Elementary (southbound Ray / northbound Regal), Shaw Middle School (westbound / eastbound Empire), and Shadle Park HS (southbound Ash).
Does a Spokane school zone speed camera ticket go on my driving record?
No. RCW 46.63.220(16) explicitly prohibits using any Washington photo enforcement citation as evidence of a moving violation — they cannot affect your license, driving record, or insurance.
Does an SPD officer review every school zone speed camera photo before I'm cited?
Yes. Both Spokane's Photo-Red and Photo-Speed programs require an SPD officer to review and approve every image before a citation is issued.
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ParkingFight is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. Information is for informational purposes only and based on publicly available Washington statutes, Spokane program documents, and primary-source research as of 2026-06-07. Verify current rules with your court or a licensed attorney.