Is Speeding in a School Zone the Same as a Regular Speeding Ticket?

The difference between a regular speeding ticket and a speeding in a school zone during school hours is usually in the amount of the fine. Sometimes they double or even triple the cost for speeding through the zone. This type of speeding ticket is considered a minor ticket by most car insurance companies and stays on your driving record for three years. Some preferred companies consider it a major incident and you would be ineligible for their program.