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1. What is a red light violation?

There are 2 types of red light violations: right turn on red without coming to a complete stop, and entering an intersection after the traffic signal has turned red.

You may be cited with a red light violation if you fail to bring your vehicle to a complete stop before turning right when the light is red. Turning right on red, after bringing your vehicle to a complete stop, is only allowed at intersections that do not have signs prohibiting such turns. For exact wording, please check Illinois' Rules of the Road, or visit the Secretary of State's website Cyber Drive Illinois.

Motorists already in the intersection when the signal changes to red, when waiting to turn for example, are not considered red light violators.

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2. Why has the Village of Worth decided to implement an Automated Red Light Photo Enforcement Program?

According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, nearly 2 million crashes occur each year at intersections. In 2005, red light running resulted in 800 fatalities and over 165,000 injuries. It is the Village of Worth's belief that implementation of an Automated Red Light Photo Enforcement Program will reduce the number of red light collisions and injuries associated with such crashes. The goal of this program is to increase traffic safety in the Village of Worth by reducing red light running violations, red light crashes, and red light injury crashes without impacting city funds.

3. How much is the fine?

The fine is $100 for each violation.

4. How much time do I have to pay my red light violation notice?

You must pay the civil penalty on or before the due date on your Violation Notice. The due date for payment is located on the top and bottom right of your Notice of Violation.

5. How may I view my violation?

You may view your violation at www.redlightviolations.com. If you don't have Internet access, or if you have further questions you may call toll free at 866-562-4248. RedLightViolators.com

6. Can a hearing date be rescheduled?

Yes, a hearing date can be rescheduled once.

7. What are my options to respond to my Notice of Violation?

Please see the Violation Options page for information. Violations Options Page

8. If I am in the intersection when the light is yellow and the light changes to red, will I receive a Notice of Violation?

No, the automated system only becomes active once the red light is showing. It will not capture a vehicle that enters the intersection prior to the light changing to red. If you entered the intersection on yellow, it is legal to clear the intersection if the light turned red while you were still in the intersection. In the violation notice, the 1st photo shows your car at the white line when the stoplight was red. In the 2nd photo, the stoplight was still red when the car proceeded into the intersection.

9. Will the red light cameras take a picture of the driver of the vehicle?

No, a violation of the Village of Worth's Ordinance is a civil violation assessed against the owner of the vehicle; it is not a criminal violation. Similar to a parking ticket, there is no need to identify the driver and therefore, no need to capture the image of the driver. This violation will not affect your driving privileges or insurance rates.

10. Where can I go to view my video and images?

To view your violation video clip and images, log on to www.redlightviolations.com. To log on to the site you must enter your 16-digit notice number and license plate information located at the top right of your violation notice. If you do not have Internet access, you may visit any public library for Internet access to view your video. RedLightViolators.com

11. What if I was not the operator of the car at the time the violation took place? Am I still liable?

Under Illinois State Law, HB 4835 effective May, 2006, the registered owner of a vehicle is liable for any automated traffic law violations that occur to the vehicle. It does not matter who was driving the car, the law clearly states that the registered owner is liable.

12. The car was a rental, why did I receive the violation notice?

Under the law, the person(s) designated on the rental or lease agreement of a vehicle as the driver(s) of that vehicle is responsible for any assigned violations during the rental period. Your name and address were provided to us by the rental car agency.

13. What happens if I ignore the violation notice?

Failure to pay the civil penalty or to contest liability prior to the pay or contest date on the notice will result in a Determination of Liability being entered against you. You will be given another 14 days to pay, at which time, if payment has still not been received, a Final Determination of Liability will be issued. If the Final Determination of Liability is not paid, a late payment fee will be imposed and the fine increased. If this 2nd notice remains unpaid, collections and an entry of a judgment against you may proceed.

14. My payment has already been sent; will I still be charged late fees?

Payment must be received on or before the pay or contest by date indicated on the violation notice. Postmarked dates are not considered as payment received, and payment extensions are not granted.

15. How do I know these violations are valid?

Images of our vehicle were captured and recorded by an Automated Red Light Photo Enforcement System. Your images and an actual video of the occurrence are available online for your review at www.redlightviolations.com. The images and video passed a 2-part review process by qualified technicians before being submitted to the Village of Worth Police Department for final review and approval. The alleged civil infraction notice was then mailed to you as the registered owner or identified driver. Confirmation of your name, address and vehicle registration information was provided to the Village of Worth by the Illinois Secretary of State's Office. You have the option of contesting the Violation Notice either by mail or by requesting an in-person hearing. RedLightViolators.com