Assembly Bill 371 allows law enforcement agencies in first-class cities, specifically Milwaukee, to implement speed safety camera systems (SSCS) and traffic control photographic systems (TCPS) to monitor and 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 monitored.

Additionally, the bill creates new sections in the statutes that outline the operational framework for SSCS and TCPS, including the process for issuing citations and the defenses available to vehicle owners. Forfeitures collected from these violations must be allocated to cover the costs of implementing and operating the systems, with any remaining funds directed towards traffic enforcement and safety programs. The authorization for using these systems will expire five years after their implementation, ensuring a review of their effectiveness and impact.

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