What
is a red light running violation?
A red light running violation occurs when a motorist enters an
intersection after the traffic signal has turned red. Motorists already in the intersection when
the signal changes to red, when waiting to turn for example, are not considered
red light violators.
Where are the red light cameras located?
Cameras will be installed at intersections based on crash statistics compiled
by the Leon Valley Police Department. Each intersection will be clearly marked
with signs.
Intersections in the City now equipped with red light camera systems
are:
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· EB Wurzbach RD @ Evers Rd |
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SB
Bandera Rd / SR 421 @ Timco W |
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·
WB
Huebner Rd @ Bandera Rd / SR 16 |
·
NB
Bandera Rd / SR 16 @ Grissom Rd / CR 471 |
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·
NB
Bandera Rd / SR 16 @ Huebner Rd |
·
SB
Bandera Rd / SR 16 @ Wurzbach Rd |
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·
NB
Bandera Rd / SR 16 @ Poss Rd |
·
NB
Bandera Rd / SR 16 @ Wurzbach Rd |
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·
NB
Bandera Rd / SR 16 @ Reindeer Trail |
·
NB
Bandera Rd @ I-40 Access Rd / Loop 410 EB Off Ramp / SR 16 |
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·
SB
Bandera Rd / SR 16 @ Seneca Dr |
·
SB
Bandera Rd / SR 16 @ Grissom Rd / CR 471 |
Why
did I receive this Notice of Violation?
Based upon images captured by the automated system, your vehicle was
determined to have committed a red light violation. As the owner of the vehicle, the Notice of
Violation is mailed to you.
The automated camera only becomes active once
the red light is showing. It will not
capture a vehicle if the vehicle enters the intersection prior to the light
changing to red. If you entered the
intersection on yellow, it is legal to clear the intersection if the light
turned red while you were still in the intersection.
What if I am not the owner of the vehicle at the
time of the violation?
Per the City of Leon Valley’s ordinance you may not nominate a driver. If you were not the
owner of the vehicle, ie: the vehicle was sold prior
to the date of violation, you may download DECLARATION OF NON-LIABILITY from
this website and mail it in, along with proof of sale. The declaration must be filled out accurately
and in its entirety, and must be done prior to the Notice due date before any
additional actions can be taken.
What happens if I ignore
the Notice of Violation?
Failure to pay the civil penalty or to
contest liability by the due date is an admission of liability, and failure to
appear at an administrative adjudication hearing after having requested a
hearing is an admission of liability and constitutes a waiver of the right to
appeal. Failure to pay the civil penalty
by the due date on the Notice of Violation shall result in the imposition of a
late-payment fee of $25. If the second
notice remains unpaid, collections proceedings and entry of a judgment against
you may proceed.
Will I receive any points on my driving record for
this violation?
No, this is a civil infraction that is not reported to the Texas
Department of Motor Vehicles.
Will my insurance rates be affected?
No, this is a civil infraction and is not reported to any insurance
agencies.
Is this only a program to generate revenue?
This is a safety program. Automated safety systems have been shown to
reduce red light violations and intersection crashes. Numerous studies throughout the United States
and worldwide, as well as the experience of many other cities, indicate
significant decreases in red light running violations and collisions after
cameras were installed. Often times, a
spill-over effect results from automated enforcement. For example, other intersections not
monitored by automated enforcement also see a decrease in violations and
accidents because of the presence of enforcement in other areas of the
community.
What if I was issued a citation from an officer for
the same offense?
The citation issued by a police officer takes
precedence over the Automated Red Light Enforcement program
Notice of Violation. You must appear in
court with both notices and the Adjudicative Hearing Officer will take the
appropriate actions.
How
much is the fine?
The fine is $75.00.
After the due date a late fee of $25 will be added to your fine.
How
much time do I have to pay my Notice of Violation?
You must pay the civil penalty on or
before the due date listed on your Notice of Violation. The due date for
payment is located on the top and bottom right of your Notice of
Violation.
What are my options?
There are three options.
1. Pay the
fine.
Leon Valley
Police Department, 6400 El Verde Road, Leon Valley, TX 78235. Personal checks will not be accepted.
2. Challenge the
violation.
You must
schedule a hearing on or before the due date listed on the top and bottom right
of your notice in order to request a review of your Notice of Violation before
an adjudicative hearing officer as detailed in the code of ordinance.
3. Submit an
Affidavit if your car was stolen or sold.
You must submit a Declaration of Non-Liability by
visiting www.violationinfo.com. This affidavit must be filled out accurately
and in its entirety and must be delivered to the Leon Valley Police Department
or mailed in prior to the notice due date before any additional actions can be
taken. This declaration must be
accompanied with proof of sale of theft.
I have
received multiple Notices of Violation; do I have to send in a payment for
each?
No, you may send one check in one envelope – but you must include
coupons for each violation you received.
For example, if you received three violation notices, you may send in
one check and the three coupons but write each notice number on your check.
Why
if my check bounces?
You will be responsible for a returned check fee of $25.00 for handling
the bounced check – in addition to any late fees and the original fine
amount. You will receive a letter from
the Leon Valley Police Department detailing the new amount due.
Can
I make payments in installments or set up a payment plan?
Payment plans are not available. If you cannot pay your ticket, you may
request a hearing to speak with an
Adjudicative Hearing Officer.
The notice you just received could be for
additional violations or it could be a second notice which is now a past due
notice. If it is a past due notice,
chances are that your payment and the notice crossed in the mail. It can take as many as 10 business days to
show in the system once it has reached our office. Call 1-866-790-4111 to confirm that your
payment was received.
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 available at www.violationinfo.com. Send the completed form to the address
specified at the top of the form.
You must pay the full fine amount within 30 days of a liable judgment.
The City will begin collections of the civil penalty through a
collections agency.
The images and video are available on the
Internet at www.violationinfo.com. To log on to the site
you must enter the Notice Number and the PIN Number located at the top right of
your Notice of Violation.
You may also visit the Leon Valley Police
Department at 6400 El Verde Road Leon Valley TX 78235.
You must
request an adjudicative hearing on or before the due date listed on the top and
bottom right of your notice in order to request a review of your Notice of
Violation before an Administrative hearing officer as detailed in the code of
ordinance.
An administrative adjudication hearing is an
opportunity in which you may appear in front of a city-appointed officer and
discuss the circumstances surrounding your Notice of Violation. As detailed in the ordinance section below,
you may schedule a hearing to contest the imposition of the civil penalty.
There is no cost
associated with the hearing.
You must schedule a hearing in writing. Sign the coupon located on the bottom back of
your Notice of Violation and mail it to the address shown on the front of the
Notice. The signed coupon must be mailed
on or before the due date of your Notice of Violation. You will be notified by mail of the scheduled
date and time for your hearing. The
hearing must be requested by the registered owner of the vehicle, and the
registered owner will be required to attend the hearing.
You must respond to your Notice of Violation on or before your due
date. If you wish to contest the Notice
of Violation, you do not need to appear before an Adjudicative Hearing
officer. However
you must submit in writing, on or before your due date, a copy of your disabled
placard and a written explanation of your actions or concerns. This written explanation will be reviewed and
a decision will be issued by mail.
Please call Violations Processing Center at 1-866-790-4111 for
additional information.
No, all requests must be in writing.
Only you or your legal counsel may appear at an adjudicative hearing.
No.
Yes.
You may file an appeal petition with the Municipal Court Clerk
accompanied by payment of the costs required by law for the court within 30
days of the hearing.
Images of your vehicle were captured and
recorded by an Intersection Safety System.
You can review your images and video of the actual occurrence
online. The images and video were
reviewed by several qualified technicians and finally by the Leon Valley Police
Department before the alleged civil infraction was affirmed and mailed to you
as the registered owner. You have the
option of contesting the Notice of Violation by requesting in writing an
administrative hearing, at which time you may discuss the validity of the
images and video captured on the date and time detailed on the Notice of
Violation.