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Fines for express lane weaving violations taking effect on January 1

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COLORADO — Fines for express lane weaving violations take effect on January 1.

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According to the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), between December 1 and 17, the state issued more than 23,000 warnings to drivers for weaving in and out of express lanes at the following locations:

  • Central 70 - between Brighton Boulevard and Chambers Road
  • I-25 South Gap - between Monument and Castle Rock
  • US 36 corridors - between Boulder and Denver

Those fines, which are 'civil penalties' for violating the express lanes rules start at $75 if they are paid within 20 days. After that, the fine amount is doubled at $150.
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