HB124 Alabama 2020 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Andrew SorrellAuditor

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2020

Title

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

Summary

HB 124 would ban all automated traffic enforcement cameras (red lights and speeding) in Alabama and repeal local laws that authorize them.

What This Bill Does

The bill would stop the state, counties, municipalities, and other political subdivisions from using automated traffic enforcement systems to enforce traffic laws. It would repeal all local laws that currently authorize red-light or speeding cameras, including specific provisions tied to certain cities. It defines what counts as an automated traffic enforcement system and clarifies the kinds of camera systems covered. The act would take effect on the first day of the third month after it is approved by the Governor.

Who It Affects

• State, county, and local governments would be prohibited from using automated traffic enforcement systems to enforce traffic laws.
• Drivers and residents would no longer receive automated tickets from red-light or speeding cameras; enforcement would rely on non-camera methods.

Key Provisions

• Defines 'automated traffic enforcement system' as any camera system designed to record traffic violations, capable of producing at least two images including a license plate, and that may work with traffic-control devices or speed detection devices.
• Prohibits the use of automated traffic enforcement systems by the state, a county, a municipality, any of their instrumentalities, or any other political subdivision to enforce traffic laws.
• Repeals all local laws authorizing automated traffic enforcement, including specific provisions associated with the City of Selma, the City of Midfield, the City of Opelika, the City of Bessemer, the City of Center Point, the City of Brantley, and certain Acts relating to Montgomery, Phenix City, and Tuscaloosa.
• Effective date: becomes law on the first day of the third month following its passage and governor approval.

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Subjects

Motor Vehicles