What is fast track ticket?

What is fast track ticket? Bridge Toll and Express Lane Violations If motorists are observed not following bridge or express lane tolling rules, the CHP will issue tickets. FasTrak electronically detects FasTrak toll tags and uses cameras to issue toll invoices or violations to the license plates of vehicles passing through toll locations.

How does fast track work?

A properly mounted toll tag is detected. An antenna detects the toll tag which beeps as you drive through. FasTrak electronically checks your account. Call FasTrak or Pay Toll - your account needs more funds to pay the required amount using FasTrak.

Does FasTrak always beep?

Your FasTrak^® transponder may not be working or have been mounted improperly. If you do not hear a beep when driving past a toll point on the road, contact customer service to get your transponder replaced or to get new mounting strips and mounting instructions.

Can I use FasTrak and pay later?

You have 48 hours to pay after your recent toll crossing, or we will send an invoice for the toll amount to the registered owner of the vehicle. You can set up payment for future toll crossings that you plan to make within the next 30 days.

How often does FasTrak charge you?

If you use a credit card as your primary payment method, FasTrak will automatically charge your credit card to replenish your FasTrak account whenever your balance falls below $15 or the minimum threshold.

How does FasTrak catch you?

Cameras take pictures of the vehicle license plates as they pass through. In case a toll tag is not detected, the pictures are used to identify your vehicle. If you have an account with FasTrak, your account will be charged.

How much is a toll violation in California?

Each violation is assessed a $57.50 penalty in addition to the toll amount due.

How do I know if I got a FasTrak ticket?

If you own a FasTrak, log in to your account to look up FasTrak violations. There you can view details of all the toll plazas crossed and the due tolls as well. Alternatively, to enquire about any toll violation in California toll roads, bridges or express lanes, call 877-229-8655.

Why did FasTrak charge me $40?

In addition, you agree to make a minimum cash or check payment of $40 each time your toll account balance falls below your replenishment threshold (initially $30). You agree that such payment will be received by the Customer Service Center prior to your account reaching a zero balance.

Does FasTrak make mistakes?

SAN FRANCISCO (CBS SF) -- Every day, an average of 33 car owners are mistakenly accused of failing to pay a toll on a Bay Area Bridge, and many of those say fighting Fastrak's mistakes can be time consuming and frustrating.

What is the downside of the fast track?

Rushed work can often be less accurate than work that is completed over a longer period of time, causing frustration on the part of team members and customers — as well as additional costs due to reworking or fixing mistakes. Another risk of fast-tracking is that it can lead to burnout among team members.

Why does FasTrak keep charging $25?

If you open an account with a valid credit card, FasTrak collects an initial prepaid balance of $25 per toll tag. Your account will automatically be replenished as needed. This is the easiest way to ensure your balance is maintained.

What happens if you go through FasTrak without FasTrak?

If a valid FasTrak toll tag is not detected, an image of the vehicle license plate will be used to send a violation notice to the vehicle’s registered owner through the mail. The notice will include the toll amount plus a penalty for using the express lane without a valid FasTrak toll tag.

Do I get charged monthly for FasTrak?

There are no fees to open or to maintain a FasTrak account. Think of your FasTrak account as a little bank account for tolls. Your account must always have a balance, and tolls will be automatically deducted from your balance each time a toll is collected.

Is Fast Track worth it?

It is worth noting that most airports can not guarantee that fast track security lines will be quicker. However, if you are flying during a peak time - if your flight leaves before 10am or during seasonal peaks such as school holidays - then you are more likely to experience the benefit of fast track security.