Senate Bill 1234 Summary

• Prohibits local authorities and state agencies from using photo enforcement systems to identify violators of traffic laws related to speeding, failure to obey traffic control devices, or related city or town ordinances.

• Repeals existing sections 28-1202 through 28-1206 and section 28-1602 of Arizona Revised Statutes that previously governed photo enforcement systems.

• Removes the definition of "photo enforcement system" from section 28-601 and replaces it with a new definition in amended section 28-1201.

• Eliminates the ability of unarmed police aides, private contractors, and traffic investigators to enforce citations issued through photo enforcement systems.

• States legislative intent to keep law enforcement in the hands of trained officers, prevent outsourcing to private for-profit entities, and ensure enforcement serves public safety rather than revenue generation.