FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS
AUTOMATED RED
LIGHT CAMERA ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM
Q: What is a Red Light Camera Enforcement
Program?
A: This is a traffic safety
program in which a city utilizes state-of-the-art digital camera and violation
detection system installed at intersections for the purpose of decreasing the
number of red-light runners and reducing collisions.
Q: Why are they used?
A: According to the Insurance
Institute for Highway Safety, red-light running is a leading cause of urban
crashes and often causes injury and death. Cities install the system to improve
public safety by deterring red-light running.
Q: How do Red Light Cameras
work?
A: Each intersection is outfitted
with high resolution high speed digital cameras. The camera is activated
by sensors which are located at the intersection and are only activated when a
vehicle is detected entering the intersection after the light has turned
red. The camera takes three digital photographs that are reviewed by the
police prior to a complaint being issued and mailed to the registered owner of
the vehicle. The program operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and in all
weather conditions. The complaint will contain images of the vehicle, the
license plate, and the driver. All intersections with red light cameras are
clearly marked.
Q: How do the Photo Safety Speed
Vans work?
A: The Scottsdale Police Department
deploys Photo Safety Vans at or around schools throughout the City. Each van is staffed by an operator, who is
visually observing each violation. The
vans are setup with sophisticated radar equipment that monitors vehicle speeds
as traffic approaches and passes the van.
If a vehicle is exceeding the posted speed, the radar equipment signals
the cameras to take a picture of the vehicle as it passes the enforcement van
and a second image as it goes past the van. These images document the driver,
vehicle, and license plate of the vehicle that the operator observes. The
Scottsdale Police Department reviews each incident before a complaint is
issued. The complaint will contain images of the vehicle, the license plate,
and the driver.
Q: Why is there no video evidence of my
violation?
A: There is no video for violations that are captured by a mobile speed
van.
Q: Are Photo Safety Enforcement
Programs effective?
A: Yes. Red Light and Photo Speed cameras have been
proven to be effective in reducing red light violations and right-angle
collisions. Cities using these systems
consistently report safer roads with fewer collisions.
Q: Who receives the ticket?
A: Complaints are mailed to the
registered owner of the vehicle.
Q: What is the
amount of the fine?
A: The fine amount due is
listed on this table.
|
VIOLATION
TYPE |
VIOLATION
CODE |
FINE AMOUNT |
|
28-645A3A [PE] |
FAIL TO STOP FOR RED
LIGHT [PE] |
$ 306.00 |
|
28-701A (1-9) [PE] |
SPEED GREATER THAN REASON
AND PRUDENT (1-9) [PE] |
$ 258.00 |
|
28-701A (10-15) [PE] |
SPEED GREATER THAN REASON
AND PRUDENT (10-15) [PE] |
$ 267.00 |
|
28-701A (16-20) [PE] |
SPEED GREATER THAN REASON
AND PRUDENT (16-20) [PE] |
$ 287.00 |
|
28-701A (21-29) [PE] |
SPEED GREATER THAN REASON
AND PRUDENT (21-29) [PE] |
$ 345.00 |
|
28-701A (30-39) [PE] |
SPEED GREATER THAN REASON
AND PRUDENT (30-39) [PE] |
$ 382.00 |
|
28-701A (40+) [PE] |
SPEED GREATER THAN REASON
AND PRUDENT (40+) [PE] |
$ 444.00 |
|
28-701A [PE] |
SPEED GREATER THAN
REASONABLE AND PRUDENT [PE] |
$ 258.00 |
|
28-797F [PE] |
SCHOOL ZONE > 15 MPH
[PE] |
$ 267.00 |
|
28-797H [PE] |
SCHOOL ZONE > 15 MPH
SIGNS PRESENT [PE] |
$ 353.78 |
Q: What if the registered owner
was not driving the vehicle at the time of the traffic violation?
A: The owner must complete and
return the Declaration of Non-Driver form,
Option B, found on page 2 of the complaint within 30 days of the mailed date.
The owner must provide a clear copy of their driver license or
government-issued photo identification for the police to review. You may also provide the name and address of
the actual driver of the vehicle at the time of the violation and return the
information to the Scottsdale Police Department using the enclosed postage-paid
envelope. If the information is approved
by the reviewing police officer, the Police will request that the original
complaint be dismissed and a new complaint will be issued to the actual
driver.
If the car had been reported stolen at the time of the violation,
the owner must submit a copy of the filed police report with a signed Declaration of Non-Driver form and a
copy of their driver license or government-issued photo identification.
Q: Where do I mail my payment?
A: Mail your
cashier check, money order or personal check, payable to the Scottsdale City
Court, along with the Option A coupon on page 2 in the enclosed postage-paid
envelope, making sure the pre-printed address shows through the envelope
window. Do Not Mail Cash. Write your
Complaint Number on the payment instrument.
Q: Can I pay my fine in person?
A: Yes.
You can pay your fine in person at the Scottsdale City Court, The Court
is open for business, Monday through Friday, excluding legal holidays; 8:00
a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Q: Can I make a credit card payment by telephone or
online?
A:
Yes. You may pay with a credit card
online at: www.scottsdaleaz.gov/court.
You will need
your Case number as listed on your complaint when making a payment.
Q: How can I challenge a traffic ticket?
A: If you wish to contest this complaint, you must complete the Option C coupon on page 2 and return in the enclosed postage-paid envelope immediately to receive a hearing date and to avoid being personally served.
Q: Are there any points associated with a
Red Light or Speed violation?
A: Yes. If you are found responsible for the charge, points are added to your driving record with the Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) as follows:
|
VIOLATION Type |
# of
Points |
|
28-645A3A - Red Light |
2 |
|
28-797E - Speed in a school zone |
2 |
|
28-701A - Speed around a school |
3 |
Q: Can I attend traffic school to satisfy
my complaint?
A: If you are eligible and chose Option D, page 2 to attend Defensive Driving School, points will not be assessed to your Motor Vehicle record and your complaint will be dismissed. State law restricts eligibility to one attendance every 12 months. A Commercial Driver License (CDL) holder, OR A DRIVER OF A COMMERCIAL MOTOR VEHICLE THAT REQUIRES A COMMERCIAL DRIVER LICENSE (CDL), is not eligible for the defensive driving school diversion program. To schedule and/or verify eligibility, call one of the following providers:
· Arizona Defensive Driving School
o 602-569-2332 (inside Maricopa County) – TTY available
o
480-905-4499
· AZ Chapter National Safety Council Defensive Driving School
o 1-800-293-0112 or 602-222-3360 (TTY available)
If you reside outside of the State of Arizona, you may attend an approved Defensive Driving School in your home state, if you are eligible. However, you must first coordinate your attendance through one of the schools listed above or your attendance will not qualify for a dismissal of the charge.
A: You may view your photographs and video online by logging in with your Notice Number and PIN at www.violationinfo.com. Your Notice Number and PIN are located on your Complaint.
A: Yes, they are also
listed below:
EB McDowell @ Scottsdale Rd
NB Scottsdale Rd @ Frank Lloyd Wright
NB Scottsdale Rd @ Thomas
EB Shea @ 90th St
EB Thomas @ N Hayden Rd / N 80th St
SB Scottsdale Rd @ McDowell Rd
EB Frank Lloyd Wright @ Greenway/Hayden Loop
EB Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd @ Cactus Rd
Pima Rd at Hualapai Dr
For
more information, please visit www.scottsdaleaz.gov/police/photo-enforcement
AZDPS
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