Bend Police Begin Issuing Automated Traffic Enforcement Warnings - 04/15/26
Bend Police begin issuing Automated Traffic Enforcement warnings
Beginning today, the City of Bend and the Bend Police Department will issue warnings to drivers who speed or run red lights at three intersections around the City.
The 30-day warning period is the first step in the implementation of the Automated Traffic Enforcement program, which is designed to cut down on motor vehicle crashes and increase traffic safety for all road users in our community.
Cameras in three locations, which were chosen for a high number of crashes and community complaints, are now live:
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SE Reed Market Road & Third Street (westbound)
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NE Neff Road & 27th Street (southbound & westbound)
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U.S. Business 97 & Powers Road (northbound)
As of today, the cameras will begin capturing images and video of vehicles that do not stop for a red light (including a complete stop before a right turn) or that speed through the intersection. Warnings will be issued through the mail to drivers who run red lights or speed through these intersections. Beginning May 15, citations will be issued.
Signs to alert drivers to the automated traffic enforcement cameras are mounted near each intersection, as well as on major routes as drivers enter city limits.
We know you have questions about the program. To learn more about the Bend Police Department’s Automated Traffic Enforcement, go to https://bendoregon.gov/departments/public-safety/police/traffic-parking/automated-traffic-enforcement-program/.