Latest Red Light Camera Enforcement Takes Effect In Manassas

MANASSAS, VA — The latest red light camera location in the City of Manassas ended its warning period as enforcement began Monday.

The red light camera is located at the Liberia and Mathis Avenues intersection. Manassas Police said studies showed a history of crashes and violations at the intersection.

After the 30-day warning period that started on Nov. 1, enforcement of red light violations at the intersection was set to begin Dec. 1. The fine is a $50 civil penalty and does not impact driver's license points. Manassas police officers will review recordings to confirm a violation occurred before a citation is sent to the registered vehicle owner.

"The goal of photo red light enforcement is to improve roadway safety by encouraging compliance with traffic laws and reducing vehicle crashes," Manassas Police said in a news release.

The location is the latest place on Liberia Avenue with a red light camera. Other active red light camera intersections are Liberia Avenue and Centreville Road, Liberia Avenue and Euclid Avenue, Liberia Avenue and Signal Hill Road, Liberia Avenue and Richmond Avenue, and Center Street and Grant Avenue.

The city also has speed cameras that can record violations during active school crossing times at Round Elementary School on Hastings Drive, Metz Middle School on Wellington Road, and Dean Elementary School on Wellington Road. Violations can result in $100 citations. Under Virginia law, localities may only adopt speed cameras in school zones during active crossing times and eligible highway work zones.