FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
AUTOMATED CAMERA ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM
Q: What is
the Citation Fine?
A: The fine for violating a monitored traffic signal is $75.00
(set by Maryland State Law). If the citation is not paid or appealed as
required by law, the citation will be automatically judged liable and you will
forfeit your right to appeal.
Q: Is there
a grace period?
A: No. There is no grace
period.
Q: If
I go to trial and am found "liable/guilty" can I defer payment?
A: No. If the judge assigns a fine, the amount due must be paid
at district court on the day of trial. If a citizen is found liable/guilty at
trial and leaves court without paying the fine, late fees will be assessed.
A: Not at this time.
A: Yes. $2.00
A: No. After the citation is paid you must obtain a VR-119 form
from the issuing jurisdiction. In order to have the flag removed, this form
must be provided to the MVA by the registered owner or a representative. Howard
County will provide the VR-119 free of charge. It is the responsibility of the
vehicle owner to contact MVA and have the flag status removed.
Refund Policy
When the Howard County Department of Police makes
the determination of an overpayment has occurred, the Howard County Department of
Police will initiate a process to remit the appropriate refund. You may contact customer service at (410) 313-3216 for information regarding
specific refund activity.