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Why is a Mobile Speed Monitoring Unit running with no one in or around the vehicle?: The speed vans are programmed to start their engine to charge their battery for the cameras and operating system. The program triggers automatically when the battery is below a certain percentage.

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Red Light Cameras / Mobile Speed Monitoring Units

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1. Where do I pay the traffic ticket I received from a red light camera or speed van?: You can pay your traffic ticket at the Municipal Court (500 Quantum Road) at one of the payment windows. If you have any questions about the ticket, you can call (505) 891-5999.

2. Do the red light cameras record the intersections and accidents that may occur?: Traffic cameras at intersections for red light running and speeding violations only take pictures when they are activated. They do not record on a constant basis. For more information about how the cameras operate please call (505) 896-8307.

3. Why is a Mobile Speed Monitoring Unit running with no one in or around the vehicle?: The speed vans are programmed to start their engine to charge their battery for the cameras and operating system. The program triggers automatically when the battery is below a certain percentage.

4. Where can I find more information on red light cameras and mobile speed monitoring units?: Both red light cameras and mobile speed monitoring units are part of the Safe Traffic Operations Program (STOP). If you have any questions please call (505) 896-8307 or use the Rio Rancho Safe Traffic Operations Program (STOP) Form on the Request Trackerpage.