In New York, this would be an 11-point ticket, the most severe moving violation in the state, and could result in suspension of his license. It could also result in 3o days in jail. What happens to “Purple Jesus” by the State of Minnesota (and by the NFL), will be interesting to see.
Update: The rumor that Peterson was speeding to get away from a mad Viking chick with a golf club has yet to be corroborated.