Canton, Ohio Speed Traps

between 1 am and 3 am police wait for motorists heading towards Minerva on US 30 East. As the motorist passes the pull out and follow very closely behind them looking for any excuse to pull them over.

East Canton village police regularly patrol U.S. 30, which is routed on village streets. Posted speed limit is 35 mi/hr. Enforcement is especially heavy around 2 A.M. Recommendation is to abide by posted speed upon entering village limits. Location of speed traps within the village is not consistent.

Rte 30 East takes a hard left turn out of East Canton. The speed limit is 45 MPH. This speed limit is unposted. The first signage is at the town of Robertsville (approx. 10 miles from East Canton) with a 35 MPH city limit speed sign. I believe there is a one 45 MPH sign between Minerva and Lisbon. A distance of approx. 20 miles. This trap was confirmed by asking one of the residents of Lisbon of its existance. Enforcement appears to be by the county sheriff. The lack of posting may be in violation of state laws.

Troopers wait in U-turn between Exits. Well concealed from northbound traffic.