Monroe County, NY Mobility & Curb Rules: Red-Light Cameras (2026)
Key Facts
- Program type
- School bus stop-arm cameras
- Adopted
- L.L. No. 3-2022
- First-offense fine
- $250
- Not covered
- Rochester City School District
Summary
Monroe County has no red-light camera law; it runs a school bus stop-arm photo program instead, fining pass-by drivers up to $300.
There is hereby established, pursuant to § 1174-a of the New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law, a demonstration program imposing monetary liability on owners of vehicles for failure of the operators thereof to comply with § 1174 of the New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law when meeting a school bus marked and equipped as provided in Subdivisions 20 and 21-c of § 375...
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: rev 4802746; v60 updated 2026-02-10; through 02-10-2026).
Full Breakdown
Monroe County's photo enforcement program is limited to school bus stop-arm violations under VTL § 1174, not red-light or speed cameras. The county partners with school districts (excluding Rochester City School District) to install cameras on buses and imposes owner liability fines that step up with repeat violations.
Violations & Fines
$250 first violation, $275 second within 18 months, $300 third+ within 18 months, plus $25 for failing to respond timely.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sources & Official References
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