Charlotte is bringing back red light cameras: What to know

Charlotte is reinstating red light cameras at 10 high-injury intersections as a one-year pilot to reduce traffic deaths, following 34 fatalities in the first half of 2023. The program, approved by the city council on June 22, will issue $75 tickets to drivers caught running red lights, with 90% of revenue required to fund Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Cameras are expected to be installed by early 2027.