New Red Light Camera Location Added At Manassas Intersection

MANASSAS, VA — The City of Manassas has added a new red light camera location, which started a 30-day warning period on Saturday.

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

"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.

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.

Aside from red light camera enforcement, the city 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.