The Traffic Cameras Are Coming
Saturday, May 3rd, 2008Just a word of warning for those planning on visiting the area after July 15th–the traffic cameras are coming back!
Traffic cameras were installed in several intersections around the Beach to stop people from running red lights. The camera takes a picture of the car and license plate as it runs the light and the driver is sent out a ticket in the mail.
After concerns over privacy issues, the cameras went away several years ago, but are now back due to numerous red light accidents, and a sagging budget.
The fine for running the light is $50. If you are ticketed by a policeman for the same offense, your fine would be $150 plus points to your license.
Just for the record, I’m amazed at the number of people who run red lights down here. I suppose it’s due to the amount of traffic and the small amount of time the lights remain green, or maybe people are just impatient? I highly recommend when driving in VA Beach area to look both ways before proceeding when you get a green light at an intersection.
