Fairfax City Brings Back Red Light Cameras

The City of Fairfax is bringing back cameras used to catch drivers who run red lights.

WTOP-FM Radio reports the cameras will begin operating at two big intersections — Fairfax Circle, and University Drive and North Street — on July 1.

The City of Fairfax was one of several northern Virginia communities that used the cameras until a pilot program expired in 2005. The program was reauthorized by the Virginia General Assembly in 2007.

Fairfax County Police Sgt. Dan Grimm says the cameras proved effective when they were last used. He says authorities saw a reduction in traffic accidents and red-light violations.

The fine for running a red light will be $50 beginning July 31. Warnings will be issued for the first month.

from the Washington Post