Cleveland Council Proposes Waiving Old Automated Traffic Camera Citations
Cleveland City Council is considering an emergency measure that would urge the Clerk of Cleveland Municipal Court to wipe out older traffic fines. Introduced by Council Member Kazy, Emergency Resolution No. 1041-2026 calls for the waiver of any automated red-light and speeding camera citations issued before November 2014, and an immediate end to all collection efforts for those specific tickets.
What's in the file
The resolution requests that the Clerk of Cleveland Municipal Court waive all automated red-light and speeding camera citations issued prior to November 2014 and cease all related collection efforts. According to the 1041-2026-FOR ADOPTION-red light camera tix Reso Kazy, the resolution is based on several key factors:
- In November 2014, Cleveland voters approved Issue 35, which amended Charter Section 203 to prohibit automated traffic enforcement cameras unless a law enforcement officer is present at the location to personally issue the ticket.
- The Council believes the continued enforcement of these older citations may violate Charter Section 203.
- The resolution notes that any remaining uncollected citations are at least twelve years old and are likely uncollectible.
If the resolution passes, the Clerk of Council is directed to transmit copies of the measure to Earle B. Turner, Clerk of Cleveland Municipal Court.
Who may be affected
- The Clerk of Cleveland Municipal Court, who is called upon to waive the citations and stop collection.
- Individuals who received automated red-light or speeding camera citations issued prior to November 2014.
Status and timeline
- September 10, 2026: The resolution was introduced.
- September 14, 2026: The resolution was listed as "Agenda Ready."
The measure is designated as an emergency resolution. If it receives an affirmative vote of two-thirds of all elected members of Council, it will take effect and be in force immediately upon adoption and approval by the Mayor.
Residents can verify the details of this resolution by reviewing the official record at the Cleveland City Clerk's website.
Source record
- File
- 1041-2026
- Type
- Emergency Resolution
- Status
- Agenda Ready
- Committee
- City Council
- Introduced
- September 9, 2026