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This bill authorizes the use of crosswalk monitoring systems, which are devices designed to capture images of vehicles failing to yield to pedestrians in crosswalks, specifically in school zones if permitted by local law. If a vehicle is recorded by such a system failing to stop for a pedestrian in a crosswalk, the owner or driver of the vehicle may receive a civil citation and be subject to a penalty of up to $40, unless the driver received a citation from a police officer at the time of the violation. The bill also establishes defenses for alleged violations, such as if the vehicle was stolen, or if the driver can provide evidence of who was operating the vehicle at the time of the violation. Importantly, any contractor hired to administer these systems cannot be paid based on the number of tickets issued or paid, ensuring they are not incentivized to generate more citations. This legislation aims to enhance pedestrian safety, particularly in school zones, by providing an additional tool for enforcing crosswalk laws.

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https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0458?ys=2026RS