Sheriff’s Office Reminds Motorists that Penalties for Automated School Zone Speed Enforcement Cameras Begin August 18
By: Orange County Sheriff’s Office and Orange County Communications Department
S tudents have returned to class, and the automated speed enforcement cameras helping to protect them from dangerous driving near their schools have been active for nearly a month. So far, only warnings have been issued. However, beginning August 18, violations captured by the cameras will come with a citation and a $100 fine for the offender. The Sheriff’s Office encourages motorists to use caution and drive safely at all times, but especially around our kids. The Office also understands that residents may have questions regarding how these cameras work and how the citations issued to violators are processed. See some answers below.
How do the cameras work? Speed cameras detect vehicles traveling above the speed limit and capture photos of the violation. The registered owner of the vehicle will receive a citation by mail, including images, speed details, and payment instructions.
Where are these cameras? The purpose of the cameras is to enforce school zone speed limits. To accomplish that goal, they are located at several schools: Locust Grove Primary and Elementary Schools
Locust Grove Middle School Lightfoot Elementary School Unionville Elementary School
When are they active? Again, their purpose is to enforce school zone speed limits. So, speed cameras are active only during school hours when children are arriving or leaving, as indicated by flashing school zone lights.
Simply put, if the school zone lights are flashing, the cameras are active, so please drive safely.
What happens if I get a citation? Citations are reviewed and approved by a Deputy Sheriff before being issued. You will receive a copy of the images and speed details. Violations can be contested within 30 days of receipt.
The fine for a violation is $100, but no points are added to your driving record.
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