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Red Light Camera Program Not Expanding, Not Going Away [AUDIO]

David Matthau — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 11:05:54 +0000

The New Jersey Department of Transportation has announced no additional red light cameras will be added to the state’s red light camera program. The Garden State lawmaker leading the charge against red light cameras believes it’s welcome news. “Halleluiah. Before you can back up a bus, you’ve got to stop it, so this out-of-control careening [...]

Red Light Camera Refunds Just Need Judge's Approval

Townsquare News Network — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 10:04:13 +0000

Motorists ticketed by New Jersey’s red-light cameras last year moved closer to getting some of their money back Wednesday, with the filing of an amended settlement agreement in a lawsuit filed against the company that installs and operates the cameras. Under terms of the settlement, Arizona-based American Traffic Solutions would set up a $4.2 million [...]

Are Changes Coming to NJ's Red Light Camera Program? [AUDIO]

David Matthau — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 10:07:47 +0000

As soon as it began, New Jersey’s red light camera pilot program was controversial. Those who supported it claimed it helped to improve safety, while critics said it was nothing more than a way for cash-strapped municipalities to generate income. One Garden State lawmaker believes he has a plan to end the controversy. “Essentially we’re [...]

5 New Year's Resolutions for New Jersey

Matt Ryan — Tue, 01 Jan 2013 16:27:38 +0000

Welcome 2013! With the start of a new year, so begin the new year's resolutions. The key is keep it simple. Don't set yourself up for failure. If you pick just one of our top 5 resolutions for New Jersey, success is almost guaranteed! WikiCommons 5 Don't Run Red Lights Red light cameras [...]

Are Red Light Cameras Improving Safety? [AUDIO]

Dino Flammia — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 10:39:28 +0000

In its new report on the effect of red light cameras in New Jersey, the state Department of Transportation concluded it is too early to tell if the program is increasing safety on the roads. A strong opponent of the cameras had a different reaction to the report.

New Device Blocks Red Light Cameras

Laurie Cataldo — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 17:02:48 +0000

Those pesky red light cameras that everyone has been complaining about may have met their match. A new device that drivers can mount to their license plates will block the red light cameras, and more importantly, their tickets. The noPhoto has a flash detector and two xenon flashes inside the license plate frame. When the [...]

List of Red Light Cameras in Monmouth and Ocean Counties

Laurie Cataldo — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 18:11:24 +0000

The red light cameras that were suspended for ‘calibration’ and an investigation of safety are back. But do you know where the cameras are? The suspended cameras were only from certain intersections, with only three in Brick Township listed. According to one site, there are several more throughout our area. How is it possible that [...]

Horrific Accident Caught on Red Light Safety Camera [VIDEO]

Matt Ryan — Sat, 14 Jul 2012 14:46:59 +0000

Many are torn on the effectiveness of red light safety cameras. After the suspension of ticketing for supposedly being "caught" running a red, a dramatic new video has surfaced. Fans of the red light camera programs say accidents like these are prevented when people know there's an eye in the sky.

Some Red Light Camera Programs Suspended, But is Brick Included?

Matt Ryan — Wed, 20 Jun 2012 01:57:53 +0000

According Kevin McArdle of the Townsquare News Network, Governor Chris Christie today has decided to suspend some of the Red Light Running Automated Enforcement Program (RLR) until towns in the pilot program can certify that the timing on the yellow light signal conforms to the prescribed statute. Is Brick included? Find out after the jump.

Jersey Car Crashes Caught On Red Light Cameras [VIDEO, POLL]

Matt Ryan — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 22:00:23 +0000

If you’re in a car accident, it’s never pleasant, and in some cases it can be fatal. That’s why a company called American Traffic Solutions is catching near misses and crashes on tape and releasing the video for all to see. This is the same company that operates the red light cameras that can score [...]