The bill amends and reenacts several sections of Louisiana law related to malfeasance in office, specifically concerning the issuance of traffic camera citations and the use of automated speed enforcement devices. It introduces new definitions for "automated speed enforcement device," "mobile speed camera," and "red light camera," and clarifies the penalties associated with their use. The bill stipulates that automated speed enforcement devices and mobile speed cameras can only be used in school zones that are properly posted, and it mandates that local authorities must notify drivers of their presence through visible signage. Additionally, it establishes that failure to comply with these notification requirements will prohibit the use of any photographic or video evidence collected for imposing fines.

Furthermore, the bill includes provisions for administrative hearings related to citations issued through these devices, ensuring that such hearings are conducted at no cost to vehicle owners. It also allows for an affirmative defense if the vehicle owner was not in control of the vehicle at the time of the violation. The bill repeals certain existing provisions related to traffic enforcement and emphasizes that citations issued through automated devices will not be treated as delinquent debts for collection purposes. Overall, the legislation aims to enhance the regulation and accountability of traffic enforcement practices in Louisiana.

Statutes affected:
SB99 Original: 14:134(A)(2)
SB99 Engrossed: 14:134(A)(2), 32:47(A)
SB99 Reengrossed: 14:134(A)(2), 32:43(A)(3), 32:44(A), 32:45(A), 32:46(A), 32:47(A), 32:47(A)(2), 32:48(A), 32:44(B), 32:46(C)(3)
SB99 Enrolled: 14:134(A)(2), 32:43(A)(3), 32:45(A), 32:46(C), 32:47(A), 32:47(A)(2), 32:48(B)(4), 32:44(B)
SB99 Act : 14:134(A)(2), 32:43(A)(3), 32:45(A), 32:46(C), 32:47(A), 32:47(A)(2), 32:48(B)(4), 32:44(B)