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Lancaster Council approves automated red‑light enforcement ordinance; 60–90 day warning period planned
Summary
Lancaster City Council adopted an ordinance authorizing automated red‑light enforcement under Pennsylvania law. Council members said the program is for safety, will not add net revenue to the city, and will include an initial warning period before fines are issued; several camera locations were identified.
Lancaster City Council gave final passage Oct. 28 to administration bill 8‑2025, an ordinance authorizing automated red‑light enforcement cameras in selected intersections under section 3112(a)(3) of the Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Code.
Councilor Diaz summarized the ordinance, saying recorded violations would be subject to a $100 civil penalty and “will not be considered a criminal…
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