Camera Enforcement Hours

Camera enforcement hours are the specific time windows during which NYC's automated camera systems are active and issuing violations. Different camera types operate on different schedules, and understanding these hours is essential for fleet operators managing violation exposure across delivery routes.

Speed cameras near schools are active from 6 AM to 10 PM on school days (Monday–Friday during the school year, plus some summer school days). They are not active on weekends, school holidays, or during summer break when school is not in session. Red light cameras operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year — there is no off period. Bus lane cameras are active during the posted bus lane hours, which vary by corridor — some are 24/7, while others operate only during rush hours.

For fleet operators, knowing enforcement hours helps with route scheduling. A delivery run through school zones at 5:30 AM or after 10 PM avoids speed camera exposure entirely. Weekend routes are speed-camera-free but still subject to red light cameras. Clear Plates tracks violation timestamps to help you identify which enforcement windows are generating the most tickets and whether schedule adjustments could reduce exposure.