Longer Yellow Lights, Fewer Accidents (Less Ticket Revenue)

 

The Missouri Department of Transportation has lengthened yellow lights at some intersections, resulting in a dramatic reduction in red light camera violations. By allowing more time for intersections to clear, opportunities for collisions are reduced.

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In Arnold, Missouri, violations dropped from 709 to 17 by adding 1.5 seconds to the duration of yellow lights. Assuming fines of $100 per violation, ticket revenues decreased from $70,900 to $1,700.

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