correction
A previous version of this article incorrectly reported that Metro is increasing fines and jail time for assaulting Metro workers. The increased penalties are from a new D.C. law. Metro also called the new fare gates "salon" style; they are actually "saloon" style. The article has been corrected.
Metro police will crack down on fare evasion in the District starting Monday, issuing fines of up to $100 or arresting people who refuse to pay for rides.
Until now, Metro Transit Police officers have only been able to ask fare evaders to pay their fare or leave the station, according to Metro. But a new D.C. law grants them greater powers to punish people who jump fare gates or otherwise avoid paying their fare.
