Automated speed enforcement cameras are now active in select Stafford County school zones as students return for the first full day of the 2026-27 school year on Wednesday, August 12.
The Stafford County Sheriff’s Office, working with BlueLine Solutions, has installed cameras at six schools: Edward E. Drew Middle School, Colonial Forge High School, Stafford Middle School, Stafford Elementary School, North Stafford High School, and Brooke Point High School.
According to an official FAQ released by the Sheriff’s Office, only three locations are live as of August 2026: Colonial Forge High School, Stafford Middle School, and Edward E. Drew Middle School. The remaining sites will activate later, each with its own 30-day grace period.
Cameras operate solely when school is in session, and the school-zone flashing beacons are on. Drivers traveling 10 mph or more over the posted speed limit can receive a civil fine of up to $100. Citations are reviewed and approved by a Sheriff’s Office deputy before being mailed to the registered vehicle owner. Violations do not add DMV demerit points and do not carry insurance implications.
A 30-day grace period is underway at the active sites. During this window, violators receive a warning notice rather than a fine. The Sheriff’s Office has said the program is designed to encourage safer driving and greater compliance with school zone speed limits, with the goal of changing driver behavior and preventing crashes.
The locations were selected based on a 2024 study that recorded the highest number of speeding violations in Stafford County school zones. Additional cameras may be added later depending on the program’s effectiveness.
Drivers who wish to contest a citation can contact the Traffic Safety Unit at [email protected] or 540-658-4343.
Stafford County Public Schools lists Wednesday, August 12, as the first day of school for all grades, following a transition day on August 11 for kindergarten, sixth, and ninth graders.
Sheriff David P. Decatur has emphasized student safety as the priority. The Sheriff’s Office continues to urge motorists to slow down in school zones, stop for school buses, and remain alert around students.
