GA HB651

Automated traffic enforcement safety devices (speed cameras) in school zones must have warning signs at least 24x30 inches placed within 500 feet of school zone signs, with flashing yellow lights when the device is authorized to issue citations

Civil monetary penalties are set at $75 for all violations (eliminating the previous $125 second-offense penalty), with electronic processing fees capped at 5% for credit card, check, or money order payments; late fees, surcharges, and taxes on penalties are prohibited

Violations can only be enforced on school days during instructional hours plus one hour before and after, and only for speeds exceeding 10 mph over the posted limit; local governments may enact stricter time limitations

Intentional violations of automated enforcement rules result in fines of $2,500 for first offense, $5,000 for second offense, and permit suspension up to 12 months for third or subsequent violations

District attorneys, solicitors-general, and prosecuting attorneys in probate, state, and municipal courts are authorized to enforce civil penalties for school zone speeding violations captured by recorded images