Can I dispute the citation?

If you receive a citation, you have the option to pay the fine or request a court hearing. If you wish to schedule a hearing, you are required by law to mail a request to:


Hagerstown, MD Violations Processing Center

PO Box 22091

Tempe, AZ 85285-2091


This request must be received five days prior to the payment due date. You will be mailed a notice of the court hearing date, time and location. If you appear in court, the maximum amount you may be charged is a $100 fine and $22.50 in court costs.


The registered owner of the vehicle also has the option to declare he/she is not liable for the citation based on other circumstantial factors. Complete this form  and mail it to the appropriate address if you need to contest liability in certain instances.

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1. How do red light cameras work?
2. How is revenue from the Red Light Camera Program allocated?
3. What does a red light camera look like?
4. Do red light cameras reduce collisions and red light running at intersections where they are used?
5. Can the cameras be used to enforce other violations, such as not wearing a seat belt, texting while driving or speeding?
6. If I come to a stop after the white line, will I be issued a citation?
7. If I am in the intersection when the light turns red, will I be issued a citation?
8. Will I be issued a citation for not coming to a stop before making a right turn on red?
9. Where is the citation sent? How long after a violation will the ticket be sent?
10. What information will be displayed on the citation?
11. Who is responsible to pay the ticket: the owner of the vehicle or the person who was driving when the citation was issued?
12. Can I dispute the citation?
13. What if I fail to pay or request a hearing in a timely manner?
14. What is the fine for a Hagerstown red light citation? Are there late fees?
15. Will this violation go on my driving record? Are there points assessed? Will it affect my insurance rates?
16. How can I contact the Hagerstown Red Light Camera Program?