Speed Trap on I-95 in Mcintosh county, Darien, Georgia

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I would like to warn people if you are driving on I-95 in Mcintosh County Georgia and have out of state license they are going to pull you over . They are corrupt and will say you were traveling much faster than you were because of Georgia's super speeder law which will add an additional $200 fine to your ticket. Why do I say if your out of state they will pull you over? Because I was traveling with the flow of traffic with many people passing me on the left and right. Were they interested in these super fast cars. No they were interested in my out of state license because they know you are less likely to show up in court. I am not alone in this complaint. Check out speedtrap.org, Darien Georgia. I recommend if you have to drive through Georgia have dash cam video going and record your speedometer.

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Thanks for the heads-up — this stretch of I-95 around Darien (McIntosh County) has a long history of traffic enforcement that many drivers describe as a “speed trap,” and Georgia’s Super Speeder law makes those tickets especially costly if you’re cited for very high speeds. The Super Speeder fee is an extra $200 state fee that applies when a driver is convicted of driving 75+ mph on a two-lane road or 85+ mph on other roads/highways; failure to pay the fee can lead to license suspension and additional reinstatement charges.

Local reporting, court records and many traveler posts going back years show Darien / McIntosh County I-95 stops and citations are frequent, and several visitors and drivers have reported feeling that out-of-state plates get more attention because officers expect non-residents are less likely to appear in court. There are multiple trip-reports and local news segments describing this pattern. If you’re driving I-95 through McIntosh County, take those reports seriously.

Practical precautions (what to do before and while you drive):

Drive the posted limit (or below) and use cruise control where safe — that’s the single best way to avoid stops. (Enforcement is most often for speeding.)
Use a dash cam that records continuously (front camera with audio is ideal) and make sure the recording shows your speedometer or your GPS-based speed if possible — you mentioned exactly this and it’s sensible. A clear, timestamped video can be helpful if you contest a ticket.
Keep your registration, proof of insurance and license easily accessible so a stop is quick and non-confrontational.
If your car is rented, ensure the rental paperwork is readily available and know how the rental company handles out-of-state citations (some add administrative fees).

If you are stopped — stay calm and document:

Be polite and compliant. Don’t argue at the roadside; you can contest the ticket later in court.
If you’re recording, let the officer know you are recording (laws vary by state for audio; when in doubt, record video only).
Ask for the officer’s name and badge number and get a clear reason for the stop (officers are required to state cause for the stop/citation).
If you’re given a ticket, note the exact charge, the alleged speed, the location (mile marker or nearest exit), and the court date — keep the ticket safe and photograph it immediately with your phone.

If you get a Super Speeder-qualifying ticket (or any Georgia speeding conviction):

Know there is a state super speeder fine of $200 in addition to the citation fines — Georgia’s website explains how to pay that fee and the requirement to pay or face license suspension.
If you’re convicted and later get the super speeder notice in the mail, pay the fee within the timeframe listed to avoid suspension — Georgia law and official pages explain timelines and consequences.
Consider contesting the ticket in court rather than automatically pleading guilty — many people who travel through Darien have reported getting better outcomes by requesting a hearing or hiring local traffic counsel. Local traffic attorneys routinely handle McIntosh County citations.

Other useful tips and resources:

Check traveler reports (TripAdvisor, Reddit and similar forums) for recent accounts of enforcement patterns and the specific mile markers where stops happen — these community reports can be more up-to-date than news articles.
If you want to avoid the stretch entirely, plan an alternate route that bypasses the Darien enforcement corridor (a longer route but sometimes worth it for peace of mind).
If you are ticketed and unsure what to do, look up a local traffic attorney experienced with McIntosh County — many firms post experience with I-95 and Darien citations.

Bottom line: your warning is well founded — Darien/McIntosh County I-95 enforcement is well documented and the Super Speeder fee can make a ticket much more expensive. Best practical approach: obey posted speeds, use cruise control, record with a dash cam (and your speed), and if stopped be polite and document everything. If cited, consider contesting it in court or contacting a local traffic lawyer — and if convicted, be sure to pay the Super Speeder fee promptly to avoid license suspension.

Speed Trap on I-95 in Mcintosh county, Darien, Georgia

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