(COLORADO) — The Colorado State Patrol (CSP) revealed the top counties with the most extreme speeders in 2024.

CSP citation data considers the highest speed level as those driving from 20-40+ mph over the posted speed limit. In Colorado, speeding 25 mph over the posted speed limit is misdemeanor, punishable by a fine, court costs, public service, and jail of 10 to 90 days. In 2024, Troopers issued 14,447 citations at the highest intervals.

“In addition to the dangers they pose, many extreme speeders don’t consider the penalties if caught,” stated Col. Matthew C. Packard, chief of the Colorado State Patrol. “Often drivers are also charged with careless or reckless driving in conjunction with the underlying speeding offense. Extreme speeding has heavy consequences.”

The top counties where citations were issued include:

El Paso County (2,170)

Douglas County (863)

Jefferson County (841)

Fremont County (730)

Mesa County (685)

In Colorado, points from traffic violations remain on a driver’s license permanently, however, they only affect driving privileges for two years. A driver’s driving record is kept for seven years and can be accessed by car insurance providers and prospective employers.