Harnett County, NC Mobility & Curb Rules: Red-Light Cameras (2026)

The 'Harnett County School Bus Stop Arm Violations Ordinance,' § 132.01, is adopted under G.S. § 153A-246 for civil enforcement of G.S. § 20-217 (passing a stopped school bus) 'by means of an automated school bus safety camera installed and operated on any school bus located within Harnett County,' per § 132.02. A citation must reach the registered owner within 60 days and, under § 132.03, include the violation image, a supporting statement from a Harnett County Sheriff's Office deputy or partner agency, and instructions for contesting liability.

The registered owner is presumed responsible unless someone else had custody of the vehicle. Section 132.04 sets escalating civil penalties: $400 for a first offense, $750 for a second, and $1,000 for every offense after that, expressly assessed without DMV license points under G.S. § 20-16(c) or insurance points under G.S. § 58-36-65. Failing to pay or contest within 30 days adds a $100 late penalty and, per G.S. § 20-54(11), can cause the DMV to refuse to register the vehicle. Section 132.05 allows a written appeal with a supporting affidavit within 30 days of the citation.