Three-and-a-half years after the legislation change was first announced, New Brunswick municipalities are now allowed to use technology like red light cameras, photo radars, school bus cameras and automated licence plate readers to catch lawbreakers on the road.
An “Act Respecting Image-capturing Enforcement Systems” came into effect on Oct. 1. The legislation does not require motorists be notified of the changes or if there is a red light camera.
It will be up to municipalities to decide if they want to put up signs letting residents know that a red light camera or other photo-taking device is present.
Under the legislation, motorists caught breaking a law on camera will have the evidence reviewed by a peace officer. If the officer determines a violation has occurred, a ticket – including a picture of the violation – will be sent by mail to the owner on the vehicle’s registrations. While the owner will be liable for the fine, they will …