SDCL § 32-28-20: Definitions regarding limitations on interstate compacts relating to red light and speed cameras.

Terms used in §§ 32-28-21 and 32-28-22 mean:

(1) "Interstate compact," a voluntary arrangement between two or more states that becomes the law of each state;

(2) "Red light camera," an automated camera used to capture an image of a vehicle entering an intersection when the traffic light is signaling red;

(3) "Speed camera," an automated camera used to measure and record the speed of vehicles for the purpose of capturing an image of a vehicle that is traveling in excess of the posted speed limit;

(4) "Civil fine," a financial penalty imposed by a governmental entity that is imposed without proving the violation, beyond a reasonable doubt, to a court of law or duly impaneled jury.