What happens if you don't have a FasTrak transponder?

What happens if you don't have a FasTrak transponder?

If a vehicle enters the Metro ExpressLanes on the I-10 and I-110 without a valid FasTrak account/transponder, a notice of toll evasion violation is mailed to the registered owner of the vehicle with payment instructions for the toll amount plus a $4 processing fee which must be paid within 30 days to avoid additional ...

Can I use FasTrak lane without transponder?

Yes. FasTrak drivers must have a transponder mounted to their vehicle's windshield. ... State law requires a transponder to be in the vehicle or valid license plates properly mounted to the vehicle.

Can I use 91 FasTrak without transponder?

To use the 91 Express Lanes, vehicles must be equipped with a FasTrak transponder linked to a pre-paid account. ... A transponder is not required.

How much does it cost for a FasTrak transponder?

The transponders cost about $40—though luckily that amount can be used as a credit for your tolls—and they must be registered via the ExpressLanes website. Beginning June 1st, everyone with a transponder must pay a $1 monthly fee, though toll discounts are available for low-income drivers.

What happens if you accidentally go through FasTrak?

If you use an express lane without a valid FasTrak toll tag, you will receive a violation notice. The following is a schedule of toll evasion penalties: First notice issued: $25 penalty. Second (delinquent) notice issued: $70 ($25 penalty plus $45 late fee).

Can I put FasTrak on dashboard?

Please be aware that simply having the FasTrak on your dashboard or in your vehicle and not in one of the locations provided with your FasTrak transponder may result in a citation from the California Highway Patrol.

What happens if you accidentally drive through a toll?

If you accidentally pass through a tolling location without paying the toll, you can make payment for the missed toll. ... If payment is not made for three tolls, a Toll Violation Invoice will be sent to the registered owner of the vehicle and substantial additional fees will be charged.

Can I use my FasTrak transponder in another car?

Yes. Hardcase FasTrak transponders can be moved from car to car. Please ensure every vehicle's licese plate is listed on the account to avoid violation.

Do you save money with FasTrak?

The toll tag does all the work—no more fumbling for cash! It saves money. On the Golden Gate Bridge, all FasTrak users pay a discounted toll rate. It provides incentives to carpool.

How does FasTrak know if you are a carpool?

After a vehicle exits the ExpressLanes, the antennas tell the computer that the vehicle is gone, and the account is charged, if necessary. (Trips for eligible carpools, vanpools and motorcycles are free.) Sensors measure congestion and transmit the speed of traffic flow in the ExpressLanes to a computer network.

Where to purchase FasTrak?

Where To Buy. You may purchase FasTrak software directly from FasTrak SoftWorks within the U.S. and Canada. Our software is also sold through a distributor network throughout the world. To make a purchase or find a distributor near you, call FasTrak at 262.238.8088, or Contact Us by email 24 hours a day.

Where to return FasTrak tags?

Return your tags to FasTrak by mail: FasTrak PO BOX 26962 San Francisco, CA 94126. FasTrak will refund your remaining account balance minus any toll tag security deposits and final toll transactions, within 30 days. You will receive your refund:

How much is fast Trak?

Depending on the road, tolls paid with FasTrak can range from $0.55 to as much as $5.75. The costs of the toll will depend on the toll road, the time of the day, the method of payment, and how far you traveled on that road. For example, the toll rates on the 73 Toll Road can cost $3.95 to $5.75. However, on the 133,...