Iowa Code Title VIII. Transportation [Chs. 306-330B] § 321P.1. Definitions

1. “Automated or remote system for traffic law enforcement” or “system” means a camera or other optical device designed to work in conjunction with a speed measuring device to detect motor vehicles being operated in violation of the speed limit, the use of which results in the issuance of citations sent through the mail or by electronic means.

2. “Critical traffic safety issues” include traffic violations resulting in a traffic collision or accident and traffic collisions and accidents resulting in serious injury or death occurring at a location.

3. “Department” means the state department of transportation.

4. “Local authority” means a county or municipality having authority to adopt local police regulations under the Constitution of the State of Iowa and laws of this state.