Orlando’s red-light camera program generated more than 60,000 notices and about $7 million in collections from July 2025 through June, according to a new report expected to be presented by police. The numbers come as Central Florida communities continue to debate whether the cameras improve safety or simply bring in revenue.
Orlando has red-light cameras at 25 intersections, representing fewer than 5% of the city’s more than 500 signalized intersections.
Under state law, roughly half of the money collected from red-light camera violations goes to the state. The rest stays with the city.
Other Central Florida cities also reported significant collections. Kissimmee collected more than $2.3 million and kept about $1.2 million after the state’s share. Belle Isle collected nearly $1 million and kept about half.
Central Florida has more red-light cameras than any other region in Florida, and 55 more are on the way, according to the report. That could mean more tickets and more revenue, even as state data shows the number of crashes has remained relatively unchanged.
Drivers who spoke with News 6 had mixed reactions.
Orlando resident Shannon Polly said she believes the cameras can change driver behavior.
“A lot of people do run red lights,” Polly said. “I think it deters. Even on the GPS, it’ll tell you that there’s a red-light camera ahead, and I think it slows people down.”
Joe Silva, also of Orlando, said he is more comfortable with the program if the money is used to improve the community.
“If they’re using it to help the streets get better, or if it’s going back to the city, then I’m OK with it,” Silva said.
Others said safety is the priority, especially for families, children and older pedestrians.
“Everyone’s got a brother, father, son, child, something,” driver Matthew Hutchinson said. “I know you wouldn’t like it if someone thought they could beat the red light and it was their child.”
As more cameras are planned across Central Florida, cities are expected to continue tracking citations, revenue and crash data to measure whether the programs are improving roadway safety.