St. Peters, which is the only government in St. Charles County using red-light cameras, will suspend their use temporarily.
The decision to curtail their use was taken because of legal that have arisen surrounding the cameras’ use, and St. Peters will not put them back into service until the Missouri Supreme Court has ruled on these cases. The city stopped using the cameras on September 1, and will take down all Signs at intersections that indicate cameras are in use.
These cameras take pictures of cars, trucks, and other vehicles that run traffic lights as the signals are changing to red. St. Peters mails violators a ticket, along with photos that show them running the light. They then can either pay a fine of $100 or more or appear in court. St. Peters has been using the system since 2006, and uses the monies raised from the fines to fund a program that provides transportation for seniors.
Voters throughout the county will have a chance to weigh in on the issue in November, when a ballot measure will allow them to ban the use of the cameras throughout the county. A simple majority is required to pass the amendment.
City officials could work with a flyer printing company to devise a mailer for residents outlining the issues.Get a Free Quote for Signs
