2007-05-18 03:07:56 · 19 answers · asked by R-Boggie 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
Prior to initiating a red light camera program, legal aspects and requirements are identified. Red light camera systems pose legal questions and concerns, the answers to which may vary from State to State. In particular, privacy, citation distribution, and types of penalties are thoroughly addressed and resolved prior to the startup of a red light camera program.
Presently, there are two approaches that have been adopted by States in the deployment and operation of red light camera systems:
Driver Responsibility... Where the government entity alleges that a driver has committed a violation and receives a citation, there should be photographic evidence that allows the driver to be identified. This requires that one or more red light camera(s) is/are located so that a frontal view of the vehicle is recorded as it runs the red light. Further, the recorded view should allow the driver and vehicle identities to be clearly determined. If the recorded view of a driver is obstructed or not clear, no citation should be issued.
Additionally, a method should be provided through which the registered owner can certify that he or she was not the driver at the time of the violation.
In States where red light camera systems are applied as described above, red light violations recorded by red light camera systems are considered to be moving violations with citations carrying the same penalties as citations issued by law enforcement officers, including "points" and holds on vehicle registration or driver license renewals for unpaid fines.
Registered Owner Responsibility... Where the registered owner is responsible for the citation, only photographic evidence that identifies the vehicle, usually from the rear, and its license number is required.
Typically, States where red light camera systems have been adopted in this manner have enacted legislation at the State level that authorizes the use of red light camera systems or permits local agencies to enact local ordinances for use of red light camera systems.
Long story short....pay the fine!
Best wishes.
2007-05-18 03:19:02 · answer #1 · answered by KC V ™ 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You can't really beat a photo-enforced speeding ticket. Unless there is very, very strong evidence that your car was not the one in the image, you are better off not fighting the ticket. Judges will not listen to you if you do not have a very strong argument. You might even make them mad for "wasting" their time.
Pay the fine and try to be more careful driving in the future.
2007-05-18 03:15:18 · answer #2 · answered by Big Dogg 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Plead not guilty and fight the ticket. If your face cannot be easily recognized in the photo you can win. Cars can not be issued citations, only people. The burden of proof is on the state that you were driving. Most traffic judges will find in favor of the devices no matter what, be ready to appeal. The appeals court won't see it that way... You'll eventually win.
2007-05-18 03:28:53 · answer #3 · answered by Gunny T 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You take out your wallet and pay the fine. Don't waste your time trying to beat it; you can't. In the long run you'll spend more money trying to beat a rap (you're obviously guilty of) than you would just paying it up front.
2007-05-18 03:13:03 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
The car is on camera as proof of the violation. The summons is issued to the registered owner. Because it cannot be proven who was driving, the registered owner gets no points on their license. The registered owner has to pay. Sorry, no way out.
2007-05-18 05:39:00 · answer #5 · answered by Tom M 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
theres no changing, no if's, and's, or but's about it. If the camera caught you, then you're on your own and you have to pay it before the court date because if you go to court to fight it you'll lose and more than likely be put in a holding cell until someone can come pay it and bail you out.
2007-05-18 03:18:09 · answer #6 · answered by Dani021 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Was it your car and were you driving? If you answer yes, in a word, you can't. If you loaned the car to someone, they are going to have to admit it and pay up, or you are still on the hook. Go to court and explain. Dress nice, and explain in nice and conservative dress.
2007-05-18 03:17:58 · answer #7 · answered by .. .this can't be good 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you may not have to... in my town, there's talk of it being illegal since it's not law enforcement that catch you. it's a independent business. the wording of law says that a law enforcement officer has to see it happen. but, as of right now.. you're screwed.
2007-05-18 03:12:21 · answer #8 · answered by jasonsluck13 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
With 3 cups of sugar, a whisk, and one gallon of slow the hell down.
2007-05-18 10:11:39 · answer #9 · answered by Texas Sleuth 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pay the fine
2007-05-18 03:11:23 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋