Automated Traffic Camera FAQs

Welcome to Mukilteo’s Photo Enforcement FAQ. Here you’ll find answers to the most common questions about automated traffic safety cameras, what happens if you receive a Notice of Infraction (NOI), and how to handle your options. 

If you’re in a hurry, the most common questions are:

  • How do I see my video? Q9
  • How do I request a hearing? Q17
  • Can I appear by Zoom and what’s the link? Q19
  • Can I request a written determination instead of appearing? See Q20
  • I received a ticket for a vehicle I’m not responsible for, what do I do? Q13-15
  1. Q1. Why is Mukilteo using automated traffic safety cameras?
  2. Q2. Where are the cameras and why were these spots chosen?
  3. Q3. What information does the City report about the program?
  4. Q4. Who provides the camera technology?
  5. Q5. How is my privacy protected?
  6. Q6. Do the cameras run all the time?
  1. Q7. What if the school beacons were not flashing?
  2. Q8. When are school-zone cameras active?
  1. Q9. How do I see the report, photos and video for my ticket?
  2. Q10. Will this affect my license or insurance?
  3. Q11. What are my options after I receive a ticket?
  4. Q12. How much is the fine?
  5. Q13. I received a ticket for a vehicle I’m not responsible for — what can I do?
  6. Q14. Can I transfer my ticket to the driver who was using my car?
  7. Q15. I sold this vehicle before the violation — what can I do?
  8. Q16. What if I never got my ticket in the mail or I lost my ticket?
  1. Q17. How do I request a hearing?
  2. Q18. How soon will my hearing be scheduled?
  3. Q20. Can I request a decision by mail/Determination on Written Statement/eHearing instead of coming to court?
  4. Q21. Can I reschedule my hearing?
  5. Q22. What happens at a mitigation hearing versus a contested hearing?
  6. Q23. Can I have a deferred finding for a traffic camera ticket?
  1. Q24. How can I pay?
  2. Q25. Can I get a payment plan or help if I can’t afford the fine?
  3. Q26. Can I do community service instead of paying the fine?
  4. Q27. What happens if I ignore my ticket?
  1. Q28. What if I need an interpreter or other help at my hearing?
  2. Q29. Can I request a determination on my written statement instead of coming to court?
  3. Q30. Where can I get help or ask questions?