What is the maximum speed limit on the island of Jersey?

Jersey is an island measuring 118.2 square kilometres (44.87 sq mi), including reclaimed land and intertidal zone. It lies in the English Channel, about 12 nautical miles (22 km; 14 mi) from the Cotentin Peninsula in Normandy, France, and about 87 nautical miles (161 km; 100 mi) south of Great Britain. It is the largest and southernmost of the Channel Islands, with a maximum land elevation of 143 m (469 ft) above sea level.

The top speed limit in Jersey is 40mph, but much lower limits are also in place around the Island, particularly in built-up areas. There are many 'part-time' 20mph zones around schools, and our green lanes have just a 15mph speed limit.

You don't need to be exceeding the speed limit to be driving at an inappropriate speed. You should always take into account other conditions and reduce your speed accordingly. For example, pay attention to:

The weather - roads may be wet or slippery.

Visibility.

Pedestrians.

Other traffic on the road.

If you're caught speeding, you'll have to attend either a parish hall enquiry or attend the Magistrate’s Court - it depends how far over the speed limit you were caught driving.

If you're then found guilty of speeding, you'll receive a fine. The level of the fine will usually depend on how much over the limit you were going. You could also have your driving licence endorsed with penalty points, or you could be banned from driving.