Red Light Cameras Could be Finished in Texas: Contracted companies would photograph vehicles that run red lights, then send the owner a $75 ticket, however, because ticketed drivers couldn't confront their accusers, the cameras violated a citizens' right to due process.

Texas could put red light cameras in the rearview mirror under a bill that has cleared the Texas Senate.

Republican Sen. Bob Hall said Wednesday that red light cameras "have failed miserably" before his bill was sent over to the House.

Dozens of Texas cities have contracted companies to install red light cameras, which generate millions in revenue for municipalities.

The companies photograph vehicles that run red lights, and then send the vehicle owner a $75 ticket.

Texas lawmakers now want to prohibit a camera system on anything other than toll roads. Hall said studies show the devices don't improve overall traffic safety as advertised.

Also, since ticketed drivers can't confront their accusers, Hall said the cameras violate citizens' due process rights.

Published at 3:16 PM CDT on Apr 22, 2015

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