This bill amends several sections of Nebraska's traffic laws to enhance the enforcement of red light violations through the use of automatic license plate reader systems. It introduces a new section that allows local authorities to enforce red light violations using these systems, provided that violators are given the option to either pay a fee or participate in a driver's safety training program. If they choose the training program, the fee will be waived, and no points will be assessed against their driving record for the violation. Additionally, if a person fails to complete the training or pay the fee, they must pay the fee to the county treasurer as a condition for renewing their vehicle registration.

The bill also modifies existing laws related to driver's safety training programs, specifying that a fee may be required unless waived under the new provisions. It clarifies that the point system for traffic violations will now include red light violations, and it ensures that any evidence obtained from the automatic license plate reader systems is not admissible in unrelated legal proceedings. Overall, the bill aims to improve traffic safety and compliance while providing alternatives to traditional penalties for minor traffic violations.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 29-3606, 60-392, 60-601, 60-3203