FasTrak knows if you are a carpool when you toggle your FasTrak Flex switch from 1 Person to 2 or 3+ people. By doing this, the driver sends a signal to the electronic gantries that there are other occupants in the car.
How does FasTrak catch you?
In the express lanes, toll system cameras mounted roadside will capture images of vehicle license plates. 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.
Does FasTrak take a picture of 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.
What happens if I use an express lane as a solo driver and without a FasTrak toll tag?
What happens if I use an express lane as a solo driver and without a FasTrak toll tag? You will be in violation of the California Vehicle Code and subject to a citation and fine if caught by the California Highway Patrol (CHP).
How does FasTrak know how many passengers in California?
If you are using a FasTrak Flex toll tag, set the switch on the face of the tag to position 2 if there are two people in the vehicle and position 3+ if there are three or more people in the vehicle. If you are using a FasTrak CAV toll tag, set the switch to match the number of occupants in the vehicle.
Can you share FasTrak between cars?
Can I switch my toll tag from vehicle to vehicle? FasTrak Standard and FasTrak Flex toll tags can be moved from vehicle to vehicle as long as they are properly mounted at each location, as described in the mounting instructions.
Can FasTrak detect how many people are in the car?
What are the switch positions on a FasTrak Flex and FasTrak CAV toll tag for? The toll tag switch positions are used to tell the toll system the number of occupants in the vehicle, so the correct toll amount is collected.
What happens if you accidentally go on FasTrak?
In California, if you go through FasTrak lane without a pass, you will receive a toll violation notice. Toll violation will include the regular toll rate plus a penalty as: First notice: $25 penalty. Second notice: $70.
How are HOV lanes enforced in California?
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) is responsible for HOV lane enforcement. The goal is to keep HOV violation rates to less than 10%. Once monitor counts detect violation rates above 10%, District personnel will notify local area CHP of the need for heightened enforcement in a particular HOV corridor.
Can someone use my FasTrak?
A FasTrak CAV toll tag may only be used in the eligible CAV to which it is registered.
How does FasTrak detect passengers?
Does FasTrak charge for 2 people?
You will be charged the full toll. CAVs with two occupants can travel at a 50% discount and toll free with 3+ occupants when using a FasTrak CAV or FasTrak Flex toll tag. Set the switch to match the number of people in the vehicle.
Can my friend use my FasTrak?
Yes. Hardcase FasTrak transponders can be moved from car to car. Please ensure every vehicle's license plate is listed on the account to avoid violation.
Can I let my friend borrow my FasTrak?
However, to avoid potential problems, FasTrak recommends that you obtain toll tags for each vehicle. The potential problems that can occur when sharing a toll tag between several vehicles include losing the toll tag, having the toll tag in the wrong car when you need it or too much wear and tear on the Velcro® strips.
Can I use my FasTrak in a friend’s car?
Yes. Hardcase FasTrak transponders can be moved from car to car. Please ensure every vehicle's license plate is listed on the account to avoid violation.
Why did I get a FasTrak toll evasion?
Failure to pay the established bridge or express lane toll is a violation of California's toll evasion statutes. Toll evasion violations will be enforced. If you drive through a toll location prior to January 2021 without a valid FasTrak toll tag or without paying the toll, you will receive a notice of toll evasion.
Can I use someone else’s FasTrak?
A FasTrak CAV toll tag may only be used in the eligible CAV to which it is registered.
Do babies count for carpool lane in California?
Children and infants are considered legal passengers for the carpool lane, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Highway Administration.. If you're pregnant, you're considered a one-seat occupant, according to FHA.
How long does HOV violation stay on record in California?
How Long Does an HOV Lane Violation Ticket Stay on Your Record? As a one-point violation, an HOV lane ticket will stay on your driving record for three years in most cases.
What is FasTrak toll evasion?
Failure to pay the established bridge or express lane toll is a violation of California's toll evasion statutes. Toll evasion violations will be enforced. If you drive through a toll location prior to January 2021 without a valid FasTrak toll tag or without paying the toll, you will receive a notice of toll evasion.
Can I use my FasTrak on someone else’s car?
A FasTrak CAV toll tag may only be used in the eligible CAV to which it is registered.