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Evaluating the use of red light running photographic enforcement using collisions and red light running violations ; Final Report
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2004-12-01
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NTL Classification:NTL-OPERATIONS AND TRAFFIC CONTROLS-Traffic Control Devices
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Abstract:The issue of red light running (RLR) has long been a problem throughout the United States.
There is considerable debate within the general public and public agencies regarding the use of
photographic enforcement to deter red light violations. Many studies have been conducted on
the effectiveness of red light cameras (RLCs) at reducing collisions. However, the question still
remains as to whether RLCs actually change driver behavior. Many municipalities across the
State of North Carolina have relied on studies conducted in other states or countries to validate
rigorous. The need for more thorough study motivated this research effort to help define the
effectiveness of RLCs within the City of Raleigh, North Carolina.
Four specific tasks were identified to help in this research effort. First, a literature review
was conducted to determine the reported effects of other research efforts throughout the United
States and other countries. Various types of studies have been conducted around the world. Of
particular interest were studies that were rigorous in nature, such as those using comparison sites.
Many studies indicate that RLC enforcement reduces the frequency of collisions at treated
intersections. However, there are a limited number of rigorous studies (especially those in the
United States and in North Carolina). Analyses that used comparison sites usually did not
perform tests to see if comparison sites acted in a similar manner to treatment sites.
Six focus groups were convened in an effort to gather information on attitudes, opinions,
and beliefs associated with photographic enforcement to better enhance traffic law enforcement.
Two community and four professional focus groups were assembled. Overall, the perception of
photographic enforcement was positive.
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