SingaporeWhat is the penalty for speeding?
The penalty for speeding in Singapore is a fine of up to $2,000 for a first offence and up to $4,000 or imprisonment up to 3 months for subsequent offences.
What the Law Says
The Road Traffic Act sets out the legal consequences for speeding in Singapore. It empowers authorities to impose fines, imprisonment, and administrative penalties such as demerit points and licence suspension.
Under section 63 of the Road Traffic Act, any person who drives a motor vehicle on a road at a speed exceeding the prescribed speed limit commits an offence.
The penalty depends on whether it is a first or subsequent offence. For a first offence, the court may impose a fine of up to $2,000. For a second or subsequent offence, the fine may go up to $4,000, or the offender may be jailed for up to 3 months — or both.
In addition to court penalties, the Traffic Police administers the Demerit Point System. Speeding offences attract between 4 and 24 demerit points depending on how much the speed limit was exceeded. Accumulating 24 or more demerit points within 24 months leads to a minimum 12-month driving licence suspension.
Statutory TextAny person who drives a motor vehicle on a road at a speed exceeding the prescribed speed limit commits an offence.
— Road Traffic Act, s. 63 — Speed limits
What to Do
Check posted speed limits and adjust your speed accordingly — they vary by road type (e.g., 50 km/h in residential areas, 90 km/h on expressways).
If caught speeding, respond promptly to the Notice of Offence and consider attending traffic education if eligible.
Pay the fine or elect trial within the stated deadline (usually 14 days) to avoid additional penalties.
Monitor your demerit points via the Traffic Police e-Service to prevent suspension.
If convicted and sentenced, comply with court orders — including payment, community service, or licence surrender — without delay.
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Not legal advice. This article is general information based on publicly available sources, written for educational purposes. Laws change and individual situations vary. Consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction before acting on anything you read here. Last reviewed: 2026-06-08.