In 2020, the Legislature authorized a pilot program regarding the use of automated traffic safety cameras to detect certain stopping and restricted lane violations within cities with a population of greater than 500,000—currently the city of Seattle. Specifically, the pilot program authorizes the cameras to detect one or more of the following violations in certain locations:
After expenses, 50 percent of the revenue generated from the pilot program must be deposited in the state Cooper Jones Active Transportation Safety account to be used for bicycle, pedestrian, and nonmotorist safety improvement projects administered by the Washington Traffic Safety Commission. The other 50 percent of revenue generated must be used by the city only for improvements to transportation that support equitable access and mobility for persons with disabilities.
The pilot program expires in 2023.
The automated traffic safety camera pilot program for detecting certain stopping and restricted lane violations is extended to 2025.