States are increasingly turning to automated camera systems as a means of enforcing traffic regulations. The extent of the use of photo enforcement varies, as do the fines assessed for these types of violations. More recently, some jurisdictions are also implementing photo enforcement of failure to make a full stop at a stop sign and passing a school bus. On its face, camera enforcement of traffic laws may seem a reasonable tool for police to help ensure public safety. But the technology is not without controversy. This article explores some of the legal and public policy considerations that underlie the growing use of the technology as both a means of traffic control and a significant source of new revenue for cash-strapped municipalities.
López, V. D., Maccarrone, E. T. Traffic Enforcement by Camera: Privacy and Due Process in the Age of Big Brother Law Journal for Social Justice (Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law, Arizona State University), Vol 5. (Spring 2015). Available online at https://ljsj.files.wordpress.com/2016/02/4-traffic-enforcement-lopez-maccarrone.pdf
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