Speed Safety Camera Program

Recognizing the safety benefits of speed safety camera programs, Bellevue – along with many other jurisdictions in the region – is evaluating potential expansion in alignment with the new state law. These are automated devices that detect and record vehicles exceeding the posted speed limit, in accordance with Washington State law.

Before expanding the city’s camera enforcement program, the city is developing the Speed Safety Camera Program Operations Guide to support future implementation as part of the 2025 Vision Zero Action Plan. The guide will include policies and procedures that are data-driven, informed by community feedback, and rooted in national best practices. The goal is to ensure a program that is both equitable and effective in improving traffic safety for all road users.

Bellevue currently operates three speed cameras in school zones. Recent changes to state law now allow for expanded use of these cameras, along with new features and protections designed to ensure fairness and accountability:

• Cameras cannot capture any images of drivers or passengers
• Photos/videos can only be used to confirm a speeding violation
• Footage where no violation occurred must be deleted immediately and cannot be used for any other purpose
• Violations are treated like parking tickets — they do not impact your insurance or driving record
• Fine reductions are available for qualifying low-income vehicle owners
• All revenue must be reinvested in traffic safety programs and improvements
• An equity analysis is required to ensure cameras are equitably distributed and that a proportionate share of investments flow to low-income neighborhoods and to corridors with a history of speed-related crashes

The city encourages members of the community to share your input in the questionnaire provided below. Your feedback will help inform decisions about expanding the use of speed safety cameras to improve traffic safety.

We appreciate your input!

- Speed Safety Cameras Project Team

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