FREQUENTLY
ASKED QUESTIONS
AUTOMATED RED
LIGHT CAMERA ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM
What is a Red Light Camera Enforcement Program?
This is a traffic safety program in which a city uses a
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.
Why
are they used?
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.
What
is a red light violation?
A red light violation occurs when a vehicle crosses the
legal violation point and proceeds through the intersection after the traffic
light has turned red. It is not a
violation if the vehicle has entered the intersection prior to the signal
turning red (such as to complete a left hand turn).
How
does it work?
Each intersection is outfitted with a high resolution high
speed digital camera. The cameras are activated by sensors which are
located at the intersection and are only activated when a vehicle is detected
by the sensors after the light has turned red. The cameras take two
digital photos which document the violation and are mailed with a citation to
the registered owner of the vehicle. The program operates 24 hours a day
seven days a week and operates in all weather conditions. The system is
only activated when a vehicle runs a red light and all intersections with red
light cameras are clearly marked with photo enforcement signs. The Baton Rouge Police Department reviews
every violation before the citation is issued.
Citations contain images of the violation vehicle before it enters the
intersection, while it is in the intersection and the license plate.
Are
Red Light Cameras effective?
Yes. Red light
cameras have been proven to be effective in reducing red light violations and
right-angle crashes. Cities using these
systems consistently report safer roads with fewer intersections collisions.
If
I am already in the intersection when a light turns red, will I get a citation?
No. Citations are
only issued when a vehicle enters the intersection AFTER the light has turned
red. If you enter the intersection a
green or yellow light you will not be photographed by the camera system.
Who
receives the citation?
Citations are mailed to the registered owner of the vehicle.
What is the amount of the fine?
The fine for a Red-Light camera violation in
If a payment is not received by the due date
printed on you notice a delinquent notice will be send and late fee of $35.00
will be added to the amount due. If the delinquent notice is not paid by the
due date a pre collection notice will be send and an additional $15.00 will be
added to the amount due.
How can I
dispute this citation?
Detach the coupon below, sign it and mail it in the enclosed envelope
with any supporting documentation to the address on the coupon below so that it
is received by the due date on this Notice. You will be notified in writing of
the date, time and location of your hearing. Pursuant to Ordinance No. 11:54 ,
if you are found liable after the administrative adjudication hearing or you
request a hearing but fail to appear at the time and place of the hearing, you
will be liable for an administrative hearing fee in the amount of $ 50.00. If
you are found liable for the civil penalty after an administrative adjudication
hearing, you shall pay the civil penalty and all costs immediately.
I am registered owner but was not
driving the vehicle at the time of the violation.
IF AT THE
TIME AND PLACE OF THE VIOLATION THE VEHICLE WAS BEING OPERATED BY A PERSON
OTHER THAN THE OWNER, the
owner may transfer liability for the violation to the person who was operating
the vehicle at that time and place of the violation if the owner submits to the
Violation Processing Center or the hearing officer, an Affidavit of
Non-liability upon a form , or testimony under oath at an administrative
adjudication hearing, sufficient to establish that a specified person other
than the owner was the operator at the subject time and place. An Affidavit of
Non-Liability form must be submitted before the due date; a form can be
obtained in the following way: Print the form from the website:
www.ViolationInfo.com. You will need your Notice # and PIN # printed on the
front of the Notice.
All
Affidavits of Non-Liability shall include the following applicable information:
a. Name and
address of person operating the vehicle at the time and place of the violation;
or
b. Name and
address of the lessee/ rentee of the vehicle at the time of the violation, if
the vehicle was leased or rented from a person in the business of renting or
leasing motor vehicles at that time; or
c. Name of
the subsequent owner of the motor vehicle, if ownership of the vehicle was
transferred by the owner before the time of the violation, with supporting
documentation of sale
d. Copy of
the police report if the vehicle or plate was stolen.
How do I pay my fine?
ONLINE PAYMENT: The fastest and
easiest way to pay your Notice is to pay online. Go to www.ViolationInfo.com
and logon with your Notice # and Pin # shown in the red box on the front of
your notice. Click the Pay button.
PAYMENT BY PHONE: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM Central time Toll free at: 1-866-790-4111.
PAYMENT BY MAIL: Mail your check
or money order (payable to the City of
PAYMENT IN PERSON: You may pay in person with your check or
money order at City Court located at
Your payment must be received on or
before the due date shown on the front of your Notice of Violation
What is the Refund Policy?
A refund check
may be issued under the following circumstances:
If you feel as though you are
entitled to a refund, please submit your request on the Red Light Refund
Form . Send the completed form to the address specified at the top
of the form.
QUESTIONS:
If you have any questions regarding payments please contact the Customer
service at 1866-790-4111.
Can
I receive citations for other offenses as a result of my red light camera
citation?
No. Drivers who
receive photo red light citations are cited for red light violations only.