The bill amends various sections of the Revised Code concerning traffic law photo-monitoring devices, specifically sections 4511.092, 4511.093, 4511.096, 4511.097, 4511.098, 4511.099, and 4511.0911, and enacts a new section 4511.094. A key provision requires municipal corporations to obtain voter approval before implementing or continuing the use of these devices, ensuring that the electorate has a say in their deployment. The bill also clarifies definitions and responsibilities related to the issuance of tickets for violations detected by these devices, including the requirement for municipalities to examine evidence, issue tickets within a specified timeframe, and detail the content of those tickets.

Additionally, the bill changes terminology from "local authority" to "municipal corporation" in relation to civil actions involving traffic law photo-monitoring devices and stipulates that advance deposits for civil actions will be retained regardless of the outcome. It mandates that manufacturers provide maintenance records and annual operation certificates for their devices, includes provisions for testing mobile devices for accuracy, and requires clear marking of such devices. The legislation aims to enhance transparency and accountability in the use of traffic cameras while streamlining existing regulations and repealing several outdated sections of the Revised Code.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 4511.092, 4511.093, 4511.096, 4511.097, 4511.098, 4511.099, 4511.0911, 4511.094, 4511.095, 4511.0912, 4511.0913, 4511.0914