5/20/03-A bill that would authorize the use of cameras to ticket people who run red lights has been tabled until the Legislature reconvenes in February 2004.
SF439 would allow cities to rig automatic cameras at problem intersections. The cameras would shoot pictures of the back of vehicles going through the intersection after the signal turns red.
Police officers would then mail tickets to the vehicle’s owner.
The bill was in the Senate Crime Prevention and Public Safety Committee when the regular legislative session adjourned May 19.

5/1/03-A bill in the Senate would authorize the use of cameras to ticket people who run red lights.
SF439, sponsored by Sen. Claire Robling, R-Jordan, would allow cities to rig automatic cameras at problem intersections. The cameras would shoot pictures of the back of vehicles going through the intersection after the signal turns red.
Police officers would then mail tickets to the vehicle’s owner.
Under Robling’s proposal, cities would be able to keep the fines – currently set at $50 for red-light violators. The standard $35 state surcharge for traffic tickets would also be applied.
The bill is in the Senate Crime Prevention and Public Safety Committee. An identical bill – HF508 – is in the House Transportation Policy Committee.
For Senate bill status, call (651) 296-2887.