Senate Bill 375 allows law enforcement agencies in first-class cities, specifically Milwaukee, to implement speed safety camera systems (SSCS) and traffic control photographic systems (TCPS) to enforce speed limit and traffic signal violations. The bill amends existing statutes to define the liability of vehicle owners for violations detected by these systems. Under the new provisions, vehicle owners can be subject to forfeitures for violations detected by SSCS and TCPS, with specific conditions such as a minimum speed threshold of 15 miles per hour over the limit for speed violations. The bill also establishes administrative requirements for municipalities using these systems, including the need for signage and limitations on the number of intersections where TCPS can be deployed.

Additionally, the bill creates new sections in the statutes, specifically 346.375 and 346.575, which outline the operational framework for TCPS and SSCS, respectively. It specifies that any forfeitures collected must be allocated for the costs of implementing and operating the systems, with remaining funds directed towards traffic enforcement and safety programs. The authorization for using these systems will expire five years after their implementation. The bill also clarifies that liability under these new provisions does not result in the suspension of a person's operating privilege or the recording of demerit points on their driving record.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 346.01(2), 346.01, 346.02(12), 346.02, 346.43(1)(b)1, 346.43