🚨 BREAKING LA UPDATE (June 2026): The Los Angeles City Council has officially approved 125 speed camera locations. Construction is currently underway across the city. If you are driving in SoCal, you need to know where the active zones are.
👉 View our new interactive LA Speed Camera Map here
The “pilot program” is no longer just a plan on paper. In 2026, Assembly Bill 645 (AB 645) is fully operational, and automated speed enforcement has arrived on California streets.
While 2025 was a year of preparation and warnings, 2026 is the year of enforcement. San Francisco is already issuing fines, Oakland has activated its system, and the massive Los Angeles rollout is officially under construction.
If you drive in any of the six pilot cities—Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Jose, Oakland, Glendale, or Long Beach—here is your official 2026 status report.
City-by-City Status Dashboard (2026)
Every city is on a different timeline. While some are still mailing warnings, others are issuing real $100 tickets.
| City | June 2026 Status | Enforcement Level |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco | 🔴 ACTIVE | Issuing Fines ($50-$500) |
| Oakland | 🔴 ACTIVE | Issuing Fines ($50-$500) |
| San Jose | 🔴 ACTIVE | Issuing Fines ($50-$500) |
| Glendale | 🔴 ACTIVE | Issuing Fines ($50-$500) |
| Los Angeles | 🚧 CONSTRUCTION | Launch in Late 2026 |
| Long Beach | 🚧 PLANNING | Launch in Fall 2026 |
San Francisco: Full Enforcement Mode
San Francisco was the first to launch, and its “grace period” is long gone.
- Status: ACTIVE. The city’s 33 cameras have been issuing civil penalties since August 2025.
- Where to Watch: Be alert on Fulton St, Mission St, and Geary Blvd.
Los Angeles: Construction Begins on 125 Cameras
This is the massive rollout everyone is talking about. Los Angeles is officially in the Construction Phase as of Spring/Summer 2026.
- Status: UNDER CONSTRUCTION. The Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT) is actively installing poles and cameras on high-risk corridors like Olympic Blvd, Sunset Blvd, and Melrose Ave.
- Timeline: The warning period (no fines) will begin in late Summer/Fall, with real fines starting in late 2026.
- The Map: Don’t drive blind. Check the exact LA speed camera locations and construction zones here.
Oakland & San Jose: The Warning Period is OVER
If you received a “zero-dollar” warning in the mail earlier this year, the grace period has ended.
- Status: ACTIVE ENFORCEMENT. As of Spring 2026, the 60-day warning periods mandated by AB 645 have expired in both Oakland and San Jose.
- The Danger: Those flashing cameras are no longer tests. If you are caught going 11 MPH over the limit today, you will receive a live citation ranging from $50 to $500.
- Read More: Bay Area Speed Cameras: 2026 Active Locations Guide
Long Beach & Glendale: The Next Wave
- Glendale: Program activation occurred in late 2025. The city is currently transitioning from warnings to live citations.
- Long Beach: Installation is scheduled for Spring 2026, with warnings in the Summer and fines starting in Fall 2026.
The 2026 Fine Structure (Statewide)
Under AB 645, fines are standardized across all six cities. There is no “judge” to argue with; if the camera clocks you, the fine is automatic.
| Speed Over Limit | Fine Amount |
|---|---|
| 11 - 15 MPH | $50 |
| 16 - 25 MPH | $100 |
| 26 - 99 MPH | $200 |
| 100+ MPH | $500 |
Important: These are civil penalties. They do NOT add points to your DMV record. However, unlike parking tickets, they can be sent to collections if unpaid.
Will Waze Save Me?
Probably not. While community-based apps are good for police traps, they are often slow to update new fixed infrastructure. With Los Angeles preparing to add 125 new cameras and Oakland activating 18 new sites, you need a dedicated tool.
Ticketguard is updated with the latest 2026 regulatory data. We track the status of AB 645 cities so you don’t have to. Our app runs in the background and warns you before you enter an active enforcement zone.
Related 2026 California Driver Guides
- Los Angeles: Los Angeles Speed Camera Map: 2026 Construction & Locations
- San Francisco: San Francisco Speed Camera Locations: 2026 Interactive Google Map
- Bay Area Overview: Bay Area Speed Cameras: 2026 Status (Active Locations)
- Check Your Plate: How to Check If Your Car Has a Speeding Ticket Online (Free by State)