NC S239

Authorizes the City of Durham to establish a pilot program by December 1, 2021 using electronic speed-measuring systems to detect speed limit violations in school zones.

Violations detected by the system are noncriminal offenses with a civil penalty of $250, no driver's license points, and notices issued by first-class mail to registered vehicle owners.

Registered owners have 30 days to pay the penalty, contest responsibility with a sworn affidavit, or identify the actual driver; failure to respond results in an additional $125 penalty.

Establishes an administrative hearing process for challenging penalties, with appeals available to district court for trial de novo and further appeal to the Court of Appeals.

Pilot program expires three years after implementation or upon submission of required report to legislative committees, whichever is earlier; City of Durham must pay a $1,000 one-time fee to the Division of Motor Vehicles.