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Intersection Safety Camera FAQs

Do the cameras photograph every vehicle passing through an intersection?
No, only those vehicles who are committing a red light or speed infraction.

In the case of a red light, only vehicles that are entering an intersection after the light has turned red and have not come to a full stop prior to entering the intersection are photographed. Drivers who enter on yellow and find themselves in an intersection when the light changes to red are not photographed. This technology is intended to catch vehicles that enter an intersection after the signal turns red.

In the case of a speed infraction, any vehicle that enters the intersection over the set threshold speed will be captured by the camera. A speed infraction will be recorded on any light phase – red, yellow or green. It is possible to receive 2 tickets if a vehicle enters an intersection on a red light and above the speed limit for that section of roadway.
Does someone review the photographs before motorists are ticketed?

Yes, trained personnel review every picture to verify information and ensure the vehicle is in violation. Tickets are mailed to vehicle owners where it is clear the vehicle ran the red light or was over the set threshold speed.

The registered owner of the vehicle in violation of a red light will receive a $287.00 ticket. Speed infractions follow the specified penalties as listed in the Alberta Traffic Safety Act for speed offenses.

Will I get a ticket for turning right on a red?
Yes, if you fail to come to a full stop before turning right at a red light at intersections equipped with an intersection safety camera, you will be ticketed. Based upon speed, and the time between photographs, EPS can prove a vehicle has failed to stop prior to making a right hand turn on a red light