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Lawmakers consider ban of red-light cameras
DENVER — Some Colorado lawmakers want to stop the use of the red-light cameras in the state as the traffic enforcement devices get more scrutiny over their effectiveness and whether municipalities are using them to boost revenues.
Republican Sen. Scott Renfroe introduced a bill this week that would prohibit municipalities from using automated cameras on any streets or highways. Cameras could still be used on toll roads and highways to assess charges.
Denver officials have discussed limiting its photo stoplight program because drivers complained they were being unfairly ticketed. In Colorado Springs, officials say their red-light program did not meet safety expectations. The program has since been stopped.
The National Conference of State Legislatures says nine states have passed laws banning the use of photo traffic enforcement.
