Are any of the FAST cameras used for traffic enforcement?
A 28: There has recently been a lot of interest in using cameras to automatically enforce traffic laws around the country. Many agencies around the country are using cameras to automatically generate tickets for drivers that run red lights. Automatic red light running enforcement uses high resolution still cameras along with sophisticated electronic equipment that senses if a vehicle enters the intersection after the light has turned red. The cameras then take pictures of the vehicle’s license plate and the signal displays. They automatically generate tickets that are sent to the owner of the vehicle. Studies of these systems indicate that they significantly reduce red light running, reduce the number of accidents, and improve safety. While there has been a lot of interest in testing these systems in the state of Nevada, the use of enforcement cameras is not legal under the Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS 484.910). Enforcement cameras are not currently used in Southern Nevada.
