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Four of the most common questions I receive from visitors are the following with regards to “I saw a flash, did I get a photo enforced ticket?” Most of these cases below DO NOT result in a violation for the following reason. To receive a red light camera violation most cameras require the vehicle to be traveling through the intersection at a minimum speed.

1) I saw a flash when making a left turn.
2) I saw a flash when making a right turn on red.
3) I was stopped in the middle of intersection due to stopped traffic in front of me.
4) I stopped my car over the cross walk line.

How long does it take to get a photo enforced ticket in the mail? Usually five business days it will be mailed to the registered vehicle owner if a positive match can be identified.

We would appreciate comments from anyone with additional information or experiences to share.

2 comments

  1. SF3Marky // January 27, 2008  

    I have a question. I was crossing into the intersection as the light turned red (I did this to avoid a rear end accident or skidding and stopping in the intersection). I was crossing the white lines (stopping lines) when the light turned red. Will I get a ticket? If so how long will it take since I am in the East Coast and my permanent residence is on the West Coast?

  2. Anonymous // April 30, 2010  

    Actually the dirty secret of these systems is that the vast majority of tickets are issued to drivers making a right turn on red who do not come to a comets stop. It varies by location but may be 60 to 95 percent of all tickets issued.

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