Tampa, Florida - Tuesday, protestors plan to picket red light cameras at intersections in Tampa, Spring Hill, New Port Richey and six other locations around Florida.
So-called liberty groups are planning the statewide protest, which will take place from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday.
The protests are supported by groups like Campaign for Liberty, the Libertarian Party of Florida, the Republican Liberty Caucus, Florida Civil Rights Association, the 1787 Radio Network and several local tea party groups.
Here's a list of confirmed protest locations around Florida, though organizers say more are being planned:
- Dale Mabry and Waters Avenue, Tampa
- US 19 and Ridge Road, New Port Richey
- Old Capitol Museum, Tallahassee
- Conroy Rd and Vineland RD, Orlando
- SR A1A & SR 520, Brevard, Cocoa Beach
- Minton Rd & Palm Bay Rd, Palm Bay
- Corner of Pine Ridge Road and US4, Naples
- Spring Hill Drive and Mariner Blvd, Spring Hill
- A1A and 520 and Eau Gallie and US1, Brevard County
Opponents argue red light cameras increase crashes and issuing citations violates the Fifth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.
These groups are also urging their members to contact their state legislators and tell them to support Senate Bill 672 and House Bill 149, which would ban the use of red light cameras in Florida.
Last week, the Tampa City Council voted to install red light cameras at at least 10 of the city's most dangerous intersections.
American Traffic Solutions will oversee the process.
Exactly what intersections will get the cameras hasn't been determined, but the company will most likely look at Tampa Police's list of the 20 most dangerous intersections.
If you're caught running a red light, it will cost $158.
That's set by state law, and like other tickets, you can challenge it in court.
The fee is divided between the city, state and the camera company.
Of the $158, the City of Tampa collects $75, which goes to the general fund.
Janie Porter, 10 News