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 regarding driver's safety training programs by allowing for a waiver of fees under certain conditions and harmonizes various provisions related to traffic violations. It clarifies the definitions of terms such as "automatic license plate reader system" and "red light violation," and it specifies that evidence obtained from these systems cannot be used in proceedings unrelated to the enforcement of this section. Overall, the bill aims to improve traffic safety and streamline the process for handling minor traffic violations.

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