Richmond safety cameras bring in $2.4 million in fines since program launch

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- Richmond’s school zone safety cameras have captured tens of thousands of speed violations and generated more than $2.4 million in fines since the program began, according to new data from the Richmond Police Department.

Since the Safety Camera Program launched in March 2024, the city has received:

• $585,380 in 2024
• $1,889,338 in 2025 (as of July 1)
• Total: $2,474,718

From the program’s launch in March 2024 through July 1, 2025, a total of $2,474,718 in fines have been collected. That includes $585,380 in 2024 and $1,889,338 so far in 2025.

As of May 20, the city had issued 40,724 citations in 2025 alone, bringing in $1,377,996 in fines. However, city officials noted there is typically a delay in payment: $1,041,450 in fines remained unpaid at that time. Vehicle owners have 30 days from the date of mailing to pay citations, and all tickets can be contested in court, which can further slow revenue collection.

The cameras operate during arrival and dismissal times on school days — including during summer sessions. This year, active summer school campuses included:

• Patrick Henry School of Science and Arts (June 16–20)
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Middle School (June 9–July 10)
• Huguenot High School (June 9–July 17)
• Swansboro Elementary School (June 9–July 10)
• Lucille Brown Middle School (June 9–July 10)

The Richmond Police Department is reminding drivers to remain cautious in school zones — not just when cameras are active.

“Please slow down, especially in school zones when children are present,” the department said.