How to Fight a Photo Ticket in Arizona
- 1). The citation must be mailed from the issuing authority within 15 days of the offense in order for the defendant to prepare a proper defense. If not received in this time limit, there are grounds for dismissal.
- 2). When a red light or speeding camera takes a picture, enforcement officials match the camera photo to the DMV ID of the person who owns the vehicle. The court must prove with photographic evidence that the driver of the car is the same one charged with the citation. Blurry and unclear photos of the driver's face will help the case. A judge makes the final decision.
- 3). Arizona law claims that at least two signs are required to let motorists know that a photo enforcement system is present and operational. This is only needed when the posted speed limit is above 40mph.
- 4). Citations are generally issued through regular mail. In Arizona, the citation also includes a request to sign a waiver to "your right to proper service." If this waiver isn't signed, a process server must deliver the citation. If the offender isn't served within 120 days, the ticket is dismissed.