ASE Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) cameras, including how they work, where they’re located, and what to expect if you receive a Penalty Order.
| What is Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE)? |
| ASE uses cameras triggered by speed sensors that take photographs of the licence plates of vehicles that are travelling in excess of the posted speed limit. The images are reviewed by Provincial Offences Officers employed by the County of Brant and then within 23 days, a Penalty Order is issued to the owner of the vehicle. This means that the plate holder, as opposed to the driver, receives a ticket, which results in a monetary penalty but no demerit points. |
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Why is the County of Brant implementing ASE cameras? |
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The County of Brant is implementing ASE cameras in Community Safety Zones, which include School Zones, to reduce speeding, alter driver behaviour and increase safety for the community. Speeding in Community Safety Zones puts the lives of our most vulnerable people at an unnecessary risk and ASE is designed to slow drivers down and keep our community safe. Traffic-related offences committed within the zone are subject fines as prescribed under Ontario Regulation 355/22 of the Highway Traffic Act. These zones are designated through a bylaw by Council. The goal of the County is to make residents aware that ASE cameras will be in use in their local area, and to reduce their vehicle speed as consistent speed enforcement will be in place. |
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Where is ASE being implemented? |
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The Highway Traffic Act only authorizes the use of ASE in Community Safety and School Zones. A Community Safety Zone is an area that is identified as having a road segment of higher risk or concern; community safety zones are designated by municipal bylaws. Current ASE location(s) in the County of Brant:
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Are charges reviewed by a Provincial Offences Officer or are they automatically issued? |
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All speeding charges resulting from Automated Speed Enforcement cameras are thoroughly reviewed by a Provincial Offences Officer before being issued. |
| How will Penalty Orders be issued? |
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Orders will be issued by the County of Brant within 23 days of the offence. The Penalty Order will be mailed to the registered licence plate holder on file with the Province. Penalty Orders are expected to arrive within 30 days or less of when the violation occurred. Penalty Orders and the dispute process will be completed through the Administrative Penalty System (APS) as provided for under the Highway Traffic Act Regulation 355/22. This means that the orders and fines are not processed through the Provincial Courts. The penalty is only a fine and no demerit points will be issued. See Penalty Order Options for more details. |
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How are Penalty orders delivered? |
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All Penalty orders will be mailed to the registered licence plate holder on file with the province. The County of Brant does not send text messages or emails regarding Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) penalty orders. If you receive a text or email, do not click links or provide personal information. |
| What are the fines? |
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* A victim fine fee set out by the Province of Ontario, is credited to the provincial Victims’ Justice Fund. Fees are based on the total kilometres over fine (indicated above), for example a fine between $0 - $50 would add a $10 additional victim fine fee. Please visit the Ontario Administrative Penalties for Contraventions Detected Using Camera Systems webpage for more information. |
| How do I pay my Penalty Order? |
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You can pay your penalty order using one of the following methods:
You are required to provide your Penalty Order Number as well as the registered license plate in order to make payment. |
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What if I can't afford to pay my penalty? |
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Penalty notices are expected to be paid in full by the due date. Individuals who file an appeal claiming undue financial hardship must submit supporting documentation, as outlined in the Guidelines for Reviews (PDF). Appeals are reviewed on a case-by-case basis, and submitting an appeal does not guarantee a cancellation, extension or reduction of a Penalty Order. |
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What if I lost my penalty order? |
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Please contact us via email us or phone ASE Enforcement at 519.442.7268, toll free 1.855.442.7268 for assistance. |
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What happens if I do nothing and ignore the penalty order? |
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Failure to pay a penalty results in additional administrative fees. In addition, past due penalties will be sent to the Ontario Registrar of Motor Vehicles who will deny the renewal of existing, or the issuance of new vehicle licence plates. |
| Do ASE Penalties affect my driving record, including demerit points? |
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Since the Penalty is issued to the registered owner and not the driver, no demerit points or license suspension can be applied. However, unpaid fines will affect renewal of your license plate at the Ministry of Transportation. |
| How will I know that I have entered an area where ASE is used? |
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| How will ASE devices be added across the County? |
| The County will be gradually adding new ASE devices in Community Safety and School Zones throughout the County. Notice of new locations will be provided through signage and other communication methods. When prioritizing locations to add ASE, different information will be considered including available speeding and collision data, pedestrian frequency and safety, nearby industry, vehicle volume, and more. |
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What is the County doing with the fines collected? |
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The focus of the ASE program is safety and reducing speeds in School and Community Safety Zones. The goal of a successful ASE program is to be revenue neutral, meaning that the revenues would at least cover the operating and maintenance costs for the ASE program and to not use taxpayer funding. The Road Safety Reserve Fund Policy has been established to manage the revenue variability of the Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) Program and to outline how operating surpluses and deficits from the ASE program will be accounted for and used in a transparent and effective manner. |
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How do I report vandalism of an ASE system? |
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To report vandalism of a speed enforcement camera please contact us via email or phone ASE Enforcement at 519.442.7268, toll free 1.855.442.7268. |
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The fines for speeding in a Community Safety Zone are double and are as follows
Signage is located before entering areas where automated enforcement is used. In advance of cameras moving to a site "Coming soon" signage will be installed 90-days in advance to let drivers know.