San Francisco is launching a new program backed by Democrat California Gov. Gavin Newsom that will issue speeding tickets based on income.

The Speed Safety System Pilot Program was signed by Newsom in October 2023 and allows cities across California to use speeding cameras to fine drivers. Those considered lower-income are eligible for a steep discount if they receive a speeding ticket.

Violations for speeding range from $50 to $500, but individuals with a household income at or below 200% of the federal poverty level are eligible for a 50% discount, according to the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency. Indigent persons, or individuals who are homeless, are eligible for an 80% discount on the speeding ticket.

San Francisco officials launched the program on March 20 with a total of 33 speeding cameras around the city, but only around half of them are operational.

This map shows the locations of where the speed safety cameras will be located throughout San Francisco. (San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency)

“The program is intended to benefit all communities and not single out any particular neighborhood,” the fact sheet states.

San Francisco isn’t the only city planning to roll out the pilot program.

San Francisco, California, was named the top location for coffee lovers.  (iStock)

The Los Angeles Department of Transportation will roll out a similar program in 2026 that targets speeding drivers, but has an option for low-income individuals to perform community service instead of paying fines.

Fox News Digital reached out to Newsom’s office and the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency for comment.