Photo radar is used within the City of Medicine Hat to monitor school and playground zones, high density, high collision traffic areas, and areas not normally monitored because it is not possible by conventional means, or it is too dangerous. Other locations have been established due to public concern.  These locations can vary from side streets to multi-lane traffic arteries. 

All new photo radar sites are established in accordance with the Provincial government’s Automated Traffic Enforcement Guidelines.

If you would like to identify a road safety issue that is of concern please do so by using the Traffic Services Request form.

The unit utilizes two vehicles to monitor the various photo radar sites throughout the City.   One of the vehicles is mainly dedicated to monitoring speeds within school and playground zones. 

All City of Medicine Hat school & playground zones are posted as playground zones only. All playground zones will be in effect from 7:30 am until 9:00 pm 365 days a year.

How photo radar works: The photo radar system consists of a low powered Doppler radar antenna, a high speed traffic camera with flash unit, a main processing unit and a control unit.  When a vehicle travels through the radar signal the difference in the reflected radar signal is measured and a speed is calculated.  If the speed is greater than the set trigger speed the camera takes a picture of the rear of the offending vehicle.

For a list of frequently asked questions about photo radar click here

To view this month's enforcement location calendar click here

To view a complete list of photo radar site locations click here

If you should wish to discuss a concern with a photo radar ticket you have been issued please contact:

Traffic Unit Sgt
phone: 403-529-8471

or attend the Medicine Hat Police Service located at 884 2nd Street SE between the hours of 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday.