Red lights are found at many Alaska intersections. If you run a red light in this state, you can be cited for violating traffic law under Alaska’s negligent driver law. Negligent driving is a lesser charge than reckless driving.

You can get an Alaska red light ticket not only if you run a red light, but also if you speed up to beat a yellow light. You must also obey “no turn on red” laws, but if you are in the intersection already when the light changes, you can continue through the intersection so that you aren’t dangerously blocking traffic.

Red Light Cameras

Currently, there are no Alaska intersection cameras. However, state legislators are continually reviewing the need for cameras to prevent accidents. Some states have outlawed intersection cameras, saying that they are unconstitutional, but an Alaska red light camera is not currently illegal. They may come to the state soon if intersections continue to cause problems for drivers.