House Bill 1275 amends Florida's traffic laws to enhance enforcement of traffic infractions, particularly at railroad-highway grade crossings and in work zones. The bill introduces the term "railroad traffic infraction detector," allowing counties and municipalities to install these systems after enacting an ordinance and holding a public hearing. It establishes requirements for public notification and signage regarding the presence of these detectors. Additionally, the bill empowers the Department of Transportation to designate traffic infraction enforcement officers and outlines procedures for issuing citations based on violations detected by these systems. It also includes provisions for civil penalties related to speeding in work zones, with specific allocations for collected fines.

The bill further clarifies the handling of traffic violations, particularly in cases involving deceased vehicle owners, requiring documentation for citation dismissals. It mandates that evidence from speed detection systems be admissible in court under certain conditions and specifies that recorded evidence must be destroyed within 90 days after the final disposition. The bill also prohibits individuals from receiving commissions based on revenue from violations detected by these systems and requires the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles to submit an annual report on their use. Overall, HB 1275 aims to improve traffic safety and compliance through enhanced enforcement measures and the use of technology.

Statutes affected:
H 1275 Filed: 316.640, 351.03, 316.306, 655.960