HB365 Alabama 2018 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Ken Johnson

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2018

Title

Motor vehicles, automated traffic enforcement, repeal all local laws authorizing the use of

Summary

HB 365 would ban automated traffic enforcement cameras in Alabama and repeal all local laws that authorize their use.

What This Bill Does

The bill defines what counts as an automated traffic enforcement system. It would stop the state, counties, municipalities, and any other subdivision from using such systems to enforce traffic laws. It would repeal all local laws that currently authorize automated traffic enforcement for red light or speeding violations. The act would take effect on the first day of the third month after it is passed and approved by the Governor.

Who It Affects

• Local governments (cities and counties) would lose the authority to operate automated traffic enforcement cameras.
• The state and any subdivisions would be prohibited from using automated traffic enforcement systems.
• Drivers and motorists would be affected by the elimination of automated enforcement for red lights and speeding.

Key Provisions

• Definition of an automated traffic enforcement system, including cameras that record violations and can depict license plates and may use sequencing or video at intersections or for speeding.
• Prohibition: no state, county, municipality, or other subdivision may use an automated traffic enforcement system to enforce traffic laws.
• Repeal: all local laws authorizing the use of automated traffic enforcement for red light or speeding violations are repealed.
• Effective date: the act becomes effective on the first day of the third month after passage and Governor approval.

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Subjects

Motor Vehicles