Frequently Asked Questions

If you saw a flash near one of the photo enforcement systems, it could have been a test shot or for another vehicle that was detected by the system. Routine test shots are taken several times a day to ensure that the system is operating properly and there are several checks and balances in place to ensure that a citation is only issued if a violation occurred. If a citation is issued it will be mailed to the registered owner of the vehicle at the address listed on the citation within 10 business days for red light and intersection speed violations. Due to high call volume, calls regarding flashes will not be returned.

If you have received a photo citation, most questions can be answered by following these steps.

1. Read all the information that came with the citation.
2. Go online to https://payment.zerofatality.com/vps/cgi/VP/citation_review to view images and/or video of the violation. For red light violations, it is particularly important to view the video to see the vehicle in motion.
3. Respond to the citation by choosing one of the options on the back of the citation and enter a plea with Beaverton Municipal Court.

If you have read the information that came with the citation, went on line to view images/video of the violation and have additional questions, you will be instructed on how to leave a message.

For more information on how enter a plea, to see if you are eligible to take traffic school for a dismissal of your citation, or to make a payment, or request a trial, go online for more information at www.beavertonoregon.gov/court or call the Beaverton Municipal Court at 503-526-2290. If you select this option, you will be instructed on how to be transferred to Court staff.

If you call to leave a message with the Beaverton Police Photo Enforcement Information line at 503-526-2546, please include the following details:

• The citation or docket number, which is printed on your photo citation.
• The license plate, make, model, and color of the involved vehicle.
• The date, time, and location the photo incident occurred.
• Your name and phone number.
• A brief message.