Automatic Speed Enforcement
Automatic Speed Enforcement (ASE) is a technology-driven approach to enforcing speed limits which utilizes cameras to detect vehicles traveling above the posted speed limits and issues tickets to violators accordingly. By deploying ASE, Belleville aims to create safer roadways, reduce accidents and promote responsible driving habits among motorists.
Frequently Asked Questions
The information below comes from the Automated Speed Enforcement website. More information on the program can be found at: Automated Speed Enforcement Ontario
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How does ASE work? |
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| If a vehicle exceeds the posted speed limit in an ASE-enforced area, the ASE system captures an image that is stored and reviewed by a provincial offences officer. The ticket, which contains a digitized copy of the image and an enlargement of the plate portion, is then mailed to the registered plate holder within 30 days of the offence, outlining next steps and the cost of the associated fine. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Where is ASE being implemented? |
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The program consists of four cameras that are movable to different Community Safety Zones around the city. Belleville Community Safety Zones are located at:
The cameras are now being installed in the Community Safety Zones on Cannifton Road (between College Street East and Bell Boulevard/Adam Street), Sidney Street (between Tracey Street and College Street West), Harmony Road (between Highway 37 and 449 Harmony Rd.) and Bridge Street West (between Sidney Street and Haslett Court).
The areas marked red in the map below indicate which Community Safety Zones have cameras active. |
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The fines for speeding in a Community Safety Zone are double and are as follows (subject to change based on the Ministry of Transportation):
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| The threshold for automated speed enforcement refers to the predefined speed limit above which a vehicle will trigger an automated enforcement system, such as speed cameras or radar, to capture a violation. This threshold is set by authorities and can vary based on the location, speed of the road, type of road, and enforcement policy. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| How do I pay my ticket? | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Steps for paying your fine are outlined on the ticket that was mailed to you. Payment is made through the Provincial Offences Court at Hastings County. For more information, visit: Hastings County Provincial Offences |
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| How will I receive my ticket? | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Tickets are sent to the address of the registered owner of the vehicle. Tickets are only sent by mail or courier. You will never be contacted by text, phone, or email regarding an automated speed enforcement ticket. If you are contacted through these channels, DO NOT click on links or share personal information. These are scams. |
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| What if someone else was driving my car? | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| It is the responsibility of the registered vehicle owner to pay the fine within 30 days of the offence. Information on requesting a trial can be found on the back of the ticket in the event you wish to challenge it. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Do ASE tickets affect your insurance? | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| While ASE tickets will not result in the loss of any demerit points, a speeding ticket of any kind – whether issued by a police officer or through ASE – could potentially affect your insurance. This is a matter for your insurance company. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| If you see a camera damaged from vandalism contact 613-967-3275 after the fact, and if you are witnessing vandalism please call 911. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Automatic speed enforcement (ASE) revenue is administered through Hastings County under the Provincial Offences Act. Provincial offence ticket revenues, including ASE, are collected by Hastings County for the City of Belleville, Quinte West and Hastings County. Expenses for the operation of the program (administration costs, etc.) are deducted by Hastings County, and the net revenues are then distributed between the three parties based on the proportionate total of all provincial offence tickets issued (including but not limited to ASE tickets).
Of the total revenue that Belleville receives from Hastings County, a portion of the funds are used to cover contract services expenses (costs of the ASE camera rentals and the processing and mailing of ASE tickets) and the other portion is transferred to the City’s reserve fund. To date, this funding has been identified to support further traffic measures, as well as the Bridge and the doctor recruitment program, as they represent the communities’ critical priorities. City of Belleville 2025 ASE Funding Summary Below is a breakdown of the City of Belleville’s revenue, expenditures and reserve funds as they relate to ASE tickets. It is important to note that ticket revenue processed by Hastings County is on a cash basis and revenue is only recognized when payments are received. This means that each year’s revenue may not reflect how many tickets are issued in the same period due to late payments, hold-ups, etc.
Expenditures for the Automated Speed Enforcement program consist of contracted service costs, and the transfer of excess funds to a Reserve Fund.
Contract Services expenses are made up of costs that are directly paid for by the City of Belleville for the program and consist of Automated Speed Camera rentals, Ministry of Transportation administration costs, and the processing and mailing of Automated speed enforcement tickets. For 2024 the total cost of the ASE camera rentals totaled $60,308.51, representing approximately 25% of contracted service costs, with processing and mailing costs totalling $188,998.46, representing approximately 75% of the costs of contracted services.
Excess net revenue for the operation are transferred to a Reserve fund for future utilization. To date this funding has been identified to support further traffic measures, as well as the Bridge and the physician recruitment program as they represent the communities’ critical priorities. See below for a breakdown of the Automated Speed Enforcement Reserve Fund.
ASE Tickets Issued Below is the total number of ASE tickets issued as provided by the Joint Processing Centre (JPC) who is responsible for processing tickets and fines from the cameras. It is important to note that the total tickets may not reflect revenue for each year exactly due to timing of collections – see Funding Summary above for more information.
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Contact Customer Service for Transportation and Operations Services at 613-967-3275 or opgeneral@belleville.ca. Visit the Ontario Traffic Council ASE FAQs page for more information. |
Traffic lights
We're responsible for the design, installation, operation and maintenance of traffic control signals and traffic control devices (flashing beacons, pedestrian signals, school zone flashers) within the City of Belleville. Currently there are 70 signalized intersections using energy efficient LED lights with interconnection using both fibre and radio communications to a number of intersections.
Provincial highways
All signalized intersections and intersections along our provincial highways; including Highway 401, Highway 62, and Highway 37 are owned and maintained by the Ministry of Transportation. For operations on provincial highways please contact the MTO.
Traffic counts
We work with the Belleville Police to keep our streets safe. A traffic count may be conducted on a selected street to provide the City with valuable data that is analyzed when considering changes to the traffic bylaw or for development purposes.
Please contact Transportation and Operations Services by email or call 613-967-3275 to request a traffic count.