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FL H1061

FL H1061
Traffic Control


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Introduced
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2013 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Revises provisions for enforcement of traffic control signals using traffic infraction detector; prohibits notice of violation or traffic citation for right on red violation; revises provisions for hearings; requires traffic control signals to maintain certain signal intervals & display durations based on posted speeds.

AI Summary

This bill modifies Florida's traffic laws by prohibiting traffic citations for "right on red" violations, which are turns made after stopping at a red light where permitted, and by establishing new requirements for traffic control signals. Specifically, it prevents the issuance of notices of violation or citations for these right-on-red infractions when using traffic infraction detectors, which are automated systems that capture evidence of violations. The bill also revises procedures for hearings related to traffic violations, ensuring that individuals have the right to request a hearing before any payment is required and that the burden of proof rests with the government entity bringing the charge. Furthermore, it mandates that traffic control signals must maintain specific signal intervals and display durations based on posted speed limits, including minimum yellow light durations and all-red clearance intervals, and sets deadlines for intersections to comply with these updated signal requirements, with penalties for non-compliance.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Business and Industry

Sponsors (3)

Other Sponsors (1)

Economic Affairs Committee (House)

Last Action

Died in Appropriations Committee, companion bill(s) passed, see CS/CS/HB 7125 (Ch. 2013-160) (on 05/03/2013)

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