For the purpose of this subchapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
AUTOMATED TRAFFIC LAW ENFORCEMENT SYSTEM. A device withing the city with one or more motor vehicle sensors working in conjunction with a red light signal to produce recorded images of motor vehicle entering an intersection against a steady or flashing red signal indication in violation of § 11-306 of the Illinois Vehicle Code (“Code”), 625 ILCS 5/11-306, or similar violation of the city’s municipal code.
DISREGARDING A TRAFFIC-CONTROL DEVICE. Failure to stop and remain stopped before an intersection that is controlled by a red signal as provided for in § 11-306 of the Code.
NO TURN ON RED. Failure to stop and remain stopped, and not proceeding to turn right at an intersection controlled by both a sign indicating “No turn on red” or other similar language, and a red signal as provided for in § 11-306 of the Code.
RECORDED IMAGES. Images produced by the automated traffic law enforcement system, which consist of either two or more photographs; two or more microphotographs; two or more electronic images; or, a video recording showing the motor vehicle and, on at least one image or portion of the recording, clearly identifying the registration plate number of the motor vehicle.
TRAFFIC COMPLIANCE ADMINISTRATOR. The person appointed as such through Art. 25 of the Code and shall have the following additional powers: adopt, distribute and process automated traffic law violation notice and other notices required by this subchapter, collect money paid as fines and penalties, operate the automated traffic law enforcement system, and make certified reports to the Secretary of State as required by this subchapter.
(Ord. 07-O-1893, passed 8-15-2007)