Traffic
Photo Red Light Enforcement Program
| “Drivers who
run red lights jeopardize safety on Riverside’s
streets.
Red light camera safety programs have
significantly reduced violations and accidents in
communities across America, clearly indicating their
effectiveness in promoting safe driving behaviors,”
Mayor Ronald O. Loveridge. |
Program Summary
On December 4, 2006 the City of Riverside launched its Photo Red Light Enforcement Program. The program's principal objective is to improve traffic safety on Riverside's streets.
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Program Benefits
The City of Riverside Photo Red Light Enforcement Program has proven to be a valuable tool for the City’s traffic safety improvement program. Since the time of initial installation, red light violations have reduced by 58%. Between 2006 and 2011, traffic collisions of all types have decreased by 45% at the photo enforced intersections and have decreased by 44% Citywide.
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety reports that red light cameras used for safety have been shown effective in modifying driver behavior, in some instances reducing violation rates by as much as 40 percent during the first year of enforcement.
The Institute also notes that driver compliance often extends to non-equipped intersections as well. Between 2006 and 2011 the overall statistics for broadside accidents city wide is down approximately 43%, indicating the benefit of red light cameras and awareness of drivers at all intersections. For Additional Information, call 951-826-5311.
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Citations
All potential infractions are reviewed and authorized by the City's Police Department before citations are issued. Drivers who receive citations are able to review digital photos and video of the infraction in person at City Hall Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., or via the Photonotice secure website within 60 days from the day the violation occurred. You will need information from your citation to view the pictures and the video.
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How do I pay for my red light ticket?
All payments are to be made with the Riverside County Superior Court.- Mail Payments: to any of the Riverside County Superior Court locations
- In Person Payments: are accepted at any of the Riverside County Superior Court locations
- Online payments may be made through the E-pay Website.
If you plan to contest your citations please note that all traffic court trials will be heard at the Moreno Valley Traffic Court. To contact the court by phone please call (951) 222-0384.
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Photo Red Light Enforcement Camera Locations
Red light automated cameras and sensory devices have been installed at intersections throughout the City. Intersections were selected based on the frequency of traffic accidents and red light running.
| Intersection | Direction | Activation Date | |
| Alessandro | Sycamore Canyon | WB | 12/04/2006 |
| Chicago/Arlington | WB | 04/08/2008 | |
| Chicago | Martin Luther King | NB | 12/04/2006 |
| Third | NB | 12/29/2006 | |
| Columbia | Main | WB | 12/30/2006 |
| Indiana | Tyler | WB | 01/25/2007 |
| Arlington | NB | 07/31/2007 | |
| Iowa | University | SB | 12/30/2006 |
| Mulberry | 14th | SB | 07/31/2007 |
| 14th | EB | 07/31/2007 | |
| Tyler | 91 Fwy WB off-ramp | SB | 03/25/2009 |
| Magnolia | WB | 12/04/2006 | |
| Van Buren | Arlington | EB | 12/04/2006 |
| Dufferin | NB | 08/18/2008 | |
| Indiana | EB | 03/05/2007 | |
| Indiana | NB | 12/04/2006 | |
| Wood | EB | 03/05/2007 | |
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