CT SB00345

Municipalities may conduct a two-year pilot program to install automated traffic control signal enforcement devices at up to 12 intersections, with fines not exceeding $100 per violation.

A sworn police officer must review recorded images and find probable cause before issuing citations; 30-day advance notice must be posted before device activation.

Fine revenue is split equally between the municipality's general fund and the State Treasurer's Special Transportation Fund.

Violations detected by the devices do not constitute moving traffic violations, are not reported to the Department of Motor Vehicles, and do not result in points assessed to a driver's license.

Municipalities must submit a detailed report by June 30, 2013, comparing traffic violation and accident data at monitored intersections before and during device use.