This bill amends Section 321P.5 of the Code of Iowa by adding a new subsection that prohibits local authorities without a valid permit for automated or remote traffic law enforcement systems from erecting or posting signs that indicate such systems are in use. The bill establishes a civil penalty of $1,000 for each violation, with each day of a continuing violation considered a separate offense. The funds collected from these penalties will be deposited into the road use tax fund.

Under current law, local authorities are required to hold a valid permit from the Department of Transportation (DOT) to use automated or remote traffic enforcement systems and must post signs if they have such a permit. This bill reinforces the requirement for valid permits by imposing penalties on those who attempt to notify the public of enforcement systems without authorization, thereby aiming to ensure compliance and proper use of traffic law enforcement systems.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 321P.5