18 locations,<\/a>\u00a0which were chosen based on the High-Injury Network (HIN) \u2014 the 6% of Oakland\u2019s streets that account for 60% of severe and fatal collisions in Oakland.\u00a0The locations were also chosen based on observed speeding and proximity to sensitive land uses such as schools, senior\u00a0centers and commercial districts.\u00a0<\/p>\nTo ensure security and privacy, the program has implemented the following measures:\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
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The cameras will only monitor vehicles with a speed of 11 mph or more over the posted speed limit, capturing images of only vehicle license plates. These images will be sent securely for review and approval to OakDOT, which will verify the infraction before a fine is issued to the vehicle\u2019s owner.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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The program only authorizes the use of photographs (no video) that capture only the rear of the license plate, not the windshield or face of driver. Facial recognition software is prohibited.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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Images may only be retained for five days if no violation is issued and 60 days if a violation is issued. Images may not be shared or used for any other purpose.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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In accordance with California Vehicle Code section 22425(l)(1), data from the cameras is confidential and will not be shared unless required by law. OakDOT will also not share data with other departments or entities inside the City of Oakland, except for anonymized speed-related data with other departments involved with Safe Oakland Streets, a citywide initiative to prevent serious and fatal traffic crashes.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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Oakland is one of seven pilot cities in California that was granted legislative approval to implement this safety initiative. It is the second city in the state, after San Francisco, to launch the program.\u00a0<\/p>\n
For more information on the program and camera locations, visit oaklandca.gov\/speedcameras.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
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About the Oakland Department of Transportation (OakDOT)\u00a0<\/p>\n
OakDOT is responsible for envisioning, planning, building, operating and maintaining a transportation system for the City of Oakland and assures safe, equitable, and sustainable access and mobility for residents, businesses and visitors. OakDOT\u2019s Strategic Plan guides the department\u2019s work, and is structured around four pillars: Equity, Safety, Sound Infrastructure, and Responsible Governance.\u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Published on March 13, 2026
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