24
Mar
2025
The City of Palatka is advancing a proposal to implement automated speed cameras in designated school zones. This initiative, supported by the police department, aims to deter speeding in areas frequented by children, with civil violations issued for those exceeding the speed limit.
3 min read
24
Mar
2025
Residents of Edgewood are divided over the installation of school zone cameras, with some viewing them as essential for safety while others see them as a revenue-generating tool for the city. The debate highlights concerns about traffic safety, the allocation of funds, and the effectiveness of the cameras in reducing speeding.
3 min read
20
Mar
2025
The Georgia Senate subcommittee is currently deliberating two competing bills regarding the use of automated speed detection cameras in school zones. The discussions highlight a significant divide between advocates for public safety and critics who argue that these cameras primarily serve as revenue-generating tools for local governments.
4 min read
11
Mar
2025
In a bold stance against the use of school zone speed cameras, Butts County Sheriff Gary Long has publicly voiced his opposition, calling for a complete ban on these devices across Georgia. He argues that they are unconstitutional and ineffective, urging residents to contact their legislators to support a bill aimed at eliminating them.
3 min read
05
Mar
2025
The Georgia House of Representatives has recently passed two conflicting bills regarding the use of school zone speed cameras, which aim to enhance safety around schools. The measures now move to the Georgia State Senate, where lawmakers will face a decision between banning the cameras altogether or reforming their usage.
4 min read
04
Mar
2025
In a recent decision by the Manatee County Board of Commissioners, speed cameras installed in school zones will be deactivated following a 5-2 vote. The program, which had issued over 55,000 citations since its implementation in August, faced backlash from the community, leading to its termination.
3 min read
04
Mar
2025
Georgia lawmakers are currently debating the future of automated speed cameras deployed in school zones across the state. While proponents argue that these cameras enhance safety and compensate for limited police resources, opponents contend that they primarily serve as revenue-generating tools for local governments and camera companies. This contentious issue is set to be addressed in the Georgia General Assembly, where multiple bills have been proposed.
4 min read
25
Feb
2025
Osceola County has implemented speed cameras at 10 schools allegedly to improve safety in school zones. Initially, drivers will receive warnings, but fines will be enforced starting March 26. The initiative aims to reduce speeding and enhance student safety during school hours.
3 min read
24
Feb
2025
Automated ticket cameras in Georgia's school zones have sparked outrage among drivers due to wrongful citations issued outside of school hours, leading to over half a million dollars in refunds. The debate centers on whether these cameras prioritize safety or revenue generation, with calls for legislative action against them.
4 min read