The Nevada Senate Committee on Growth and Infrastructure will hear legislation at 3:30 p.m. Monday that would allow the installation of traffic cameras in areas prone to crashes.
Under current law, the government cannot use photographic, video or digital equipment to gather evidence to issue a traffic citation unless the equipment is a recording device worn by the officer or is installed within a facility of a law enforcement agency.
Senate Bill 415, sponsored by the Senate Committee on Growth and Infrastructure, seeks to allow a government agency to install automated traffic enforcement systems to enforce speeding laws in areas with a high rate of crashes and where traditional traffic enforcement methods have failed.
Clark County Sheriff Kevin McMahill, who has been a vocal supporter of installing red light traffic cameras, plans to testify in support of the bill today.
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Previous attempts to install red light cameras in the state have failed over the years, with lawmakers on both sides of the aisle taking issue with privacy, where the revenue would go, and the blame being placed on the owner of the vehicle.
Last week lawmakers heard Assembly Bill 402, which seeks to allow the installation of automated traffic enforcement systems in construction zones. Supporters of the bill highlighted safety concerns of construction workers, while opponents brought up concerns of privacy and surveillance, with one person calling it “Orwellian infrastructure.”
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
Contact Jessica Hill at jehill@reviewjournal.com. Follow @jess_hillyeah on X.
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch for the western slope of the northern Sierra Nevada above 5,000 feet and Yosemite National Park, above the Valley floor, from late tonight until Wednesday afternoon.
Heavy snow is forecast.
The snow levels will initially start out between 6,000 to 7,000 feet tonight, before lowering to 5,500 to 6,500 feet on Tuesday, and then down to 4,500 to 5,500 feet on Wednesday.
The heaviest snowfall is expected Tuesday afternoon and evening.
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Minor accumulations of up to two inches is possible down to 4500 feet. The total snow accumulations above the 7,000 foot elevation, will range from three inches to as much as two feet.
Southwest winds could gust as high as fifty to seventy-five mph along the highest peaks. Such strong winds could cause tree damage.
Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Persons should delay all travel if possible. Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Visibilities may drop below a quarter of a mile due to falling and blowing snow. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order.
Persons in the Watch Zone are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin to reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and a hat will keep you from losing your body heat.
Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
