COLORADO — Fines for express lane weaving violations take effect on January 1.
WATCH: New toll lane technology takes effect
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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Colorado Springs prioritizing northern city areas, busier roadways during May storm
Colorado Springs deployed its fleet of 55 snowplows as a winter storm brought wintry conditions to the area, with city crews responding as temperatures dropped and snow began to accumulate.
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