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 Sacramento
Metropolitan Red Light
Photo Enforcement Program
903 Enterprise Dr., Suite 204
Sacramento, CA 95825
916.876.6643 General Information
916.875.7800 Court Information
Public hours of operation:
8:00am - 3:30pm
Monday - Friday, except holidays.
The County of Sacramento, in conjunction with the California Highway
Patrol and Sacramento Police Department, has implemented a red light
photo enforcement program. The purpose of this program is to provide
24-hour automated intersection enforcement and to increase traffic safety
by reducing those accidents resulting from red light running violations.
Traffic accidents caused by red light running are among the most serious,
often resulting in severe injuries and fatalities.
How it Works
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Red Light Photo Enforcement System consists of a high-speed camera mounted
in a bullet-resistant housing at signalized intersections. The camera
is aimed at an approach to the intersection and can be used for multiple
lanes. The system is connected to the traffic signal controller and is
able to monitor the changing of the traffic signal light. Sensors are
placed in the pavement behind the limit line and are activated at a preset
time after the signal turns red for the monitored approach. When a vehicle
enters the intersection during the red cycle after the preset time has
elapsed; the sensor triggers the camera, which then takes two photographs
of the vehicle. The first photograph shows the vehicle crossing the sensors.
Another picture is taken after the vehicle proceeds into the intersection.
At some intersections two rear photos are also taken at the same time
the two front  photos are taken. These pictures show the vehicle’s
progression through the intersection. Superimposed on each photograph
is data containing the time, date, length of yellow phase, and the precise
number of seconds the signal was red prior to the vehicle entering the
intersection. The driver’s
face, vehicle, license plate and other visible environmental conditions
are recorded in each photograph. The use of a flash produces clear
images under a wide range of light and weather conditions.
Sacramento Metropolitan Red Light Photo Enforcement Program has 19 cameras
currently in use at various intersections. The registered owner of the
vehicle caught on film in violation of running a red light will receive
a citation in the mail and it is considered a moving violation.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What do I do if I receive a citation?
If you
receive a citation in the mail you should follow the instructions on
the back of the citation. It explains how to pay or contest the fine.
If you contest the fine you will have to appear in court.
- What
if someone else was driving my car?
You may fill out the Affidavit of Non-Liability
located on the back of your citation with the correct driver’s
information. The affidavit will be reviewed by this office.
If the affidavit is accepted, the citation will be dismissed
and reissued to the person who was driving. Download
Affidavit Form 
- How much is the citation bail amount?
A driver caught running a red light is assessed a negative point
to his or her driving record and a fine of $361. However, certain circumstances
could increase this amount on an individual basis. For the correct
bail amount please contact the Carol Miller
Justice Center, 301 Bicentennial Cr. Rm 100, Sacramento CA, 95826,
Phone: 916-875-7800.
- Can I go to traffic school?
There are several factors that will determine if you are eligible for Traffic
school. Please contact the Carol Miller Justice Center,
301 Bicentennial Cr. Rm 100, Sacramento Ca, 95826, Phone: 916-875-7800 for
more information.
- I think I ran a red light but I have not received a ticket.
How can I find out if a citation was issued to me?
Approximately 1 week after the proposed violation contact the Sacramento
Metropolitan Red Light Photo Enforcement Office at 916-876-6643.
Have the license plate of the vehicle you were driving available. If the photos
have been digitized for the date of your proposed violation, we will run a check
on the license number to determine if a citation has been issued.
- What address do I send my payment to?
We do not accept any payments mailed to this office. Please send
all payments to Carol Miller Justice
Center,
301 Bicentennial Cr. Rm 100, Sacramento CA, 95826, Phone: 916-875-7800.
- Is the citation valid if it was not issued in person by
a sworn peace Officer?
A photo red light citation is
a valid traffic ticket, per California Vehicle Code 21455.5. Violators
are subject to monetary penalty. California Highway Patrol Officers,
specially trained in red light photo enforcement, review violation
data and attendant photographs of red light runners prior to issuing
the citations.
Viewing Red Light Photos
If you wish to view the photograph of your vehicle, please call 916-876-6643,
Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., (except legal holidays),
to make an appointment. After making an appointment, you may view the
photograph at the Sacramento County Red Light Photo Enforcement Program,
903 Enterprise Dr., Suite 204, Sacramento, CA 95825. |
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Camera Locations
- Howe Ave & Hurley Way
- Fair Oaks Blvd & Watt Ave
- Fair Oaks Blvd & Howe Ave
- Arden Way & Watt Ave
- Madison Ave & Sunrise Blvd
- Florin Rd & East Pkwy
- Florin Rd & Franklin Blvd
- 47th Ave & MLK Blvd
- El Camino Ave & Evergreen St
- Mack Rd & Center Pkwy
- Mack Rd & Valley Hi
- J St & Alhambra Blvd
- Broadway & 21st St
- W St & 16th St
- Hwy 50 exit & 16th St
- Power Inn Rd & Folsom Blvd
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