At TicketFit, our traffic ticket attorney has dismissed hundreds of red light camera tickets.

And while getting a camera ticket is still frustrating, here are three things you can do to avoid one:

1. Look for the “Photo Enforced” Sign

The first thing you want to know, is if the intersection has a camera.

Luckily, this is easy. Look for a photo enforced sign that should be located close to the intersection.

2. Pay Attention to the Stop Line

Next, you want to pay attention to the stop line.

Because a red light camera is triggered by a sensor on this line, it is important that you know where to stop when the traffic light turns red.

• If the back tires of your car pass this line before the light turns red, the trigger will not activate.
• If the light turns red and you stop right over the line, the trigger may activate and the camera may flash once. Don’t worry, you won’t receive a red light camera ticket for this.
• If the light turns red and your vehicle is behind the line, you must stop. Otherwise, the trigger will activate and the camera will flash twice. Resulting in a very expensive ticket.

3. Know When to Make a Right Turn

Under Florida Statute 316.0083(1)(a) you can make a right turn on red. But, you must do it in a “careful and prudent manner” and at intersections “where right-hand turns are permissible.”

So if you plan to make a right turn on red, you better be sure it’s allowed at that intersection.

How would you know? Either the “Photo Enforced” sign will state that it “includes right turns,” or a separate “No Turn On Red” sign will be posted.

Still Got a Camera Ticket? Our Attorney Can Help!

If you still happen to get cited in Florida, don’t just pay it. Call us at (305) 775-3270 or email us for a free consultation with our attorney. We are happy to help!