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District of Columbia Speed & Red-Light Cameras Laws (2026)

Permitted: The District of Columbia broadly authorizes traffic cameras: the Mayor may use automated speed and red-light cameras to detect moving infractions.

PermittedVerified Jun 18, 2026
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The District of Columbia broadly authorizes traffic cameras: the Mayor may use automated speed and red-light cameras to detect moving infractions. The recorded images are prima facie evidence (D.C. Code 50-2209.01).

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Speed & Red-Light Cameras in states bordering District of Columbia

The same rule in each neighboring state LawLert has verified, from that state’s own official source.

  • MarylandConditional

    Maryland authorizes camera enforcement with limits: speed cameras are allowed in school zones and work zones (21-809), and red-light cameras are allowed where a locality has been given enabling authority (21-202.1). Cameras are not allowed without restriction statewide.

    Verified Jul 23, 2026 · Source: mgaleg.maryland.gov · Full Maryland rule →

  • VirginiaConditional

    Virginia allows red-light cameras at local option (15.2-968.1). Speed cameras are allowed only in work zones, school crossing zones, and high-risk intersection segments (46.2-882.1).

    Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: law.lis.virginia.gov · Full Virginia rule →

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