How does ASE work? 

If a vehicle exceeds the posted speed limit in an ASE-enforced area, the ASE system captures an image that is stored and reviewed by a provincial offences officer. The ticket, which contains a digitized copy of the image and an enlargement of the plate portion, is then mailed to the registered plate holder within 30 days of the offence, outlining next steps and the cost of the associated fine.

Where is ASE being implemented? 

The program will consist of four cameras that are movable to different Community Safety Zones around the city. Belleville Community Safety Zones are located at: 

• Victoria Avenue from Humewood Drive to Park Lane
• Palmer Road from Bridge Street West to Dundas Street West
• Harder Drive from Avondale Road to Palmer Road
• Sidney Street from Moira Street West to Bridge Street West
• Cannifton Road from College Street East to Bell Boulevard/Adam Street
• Sidney Street from Tracey Street to College Street West
• Harmony Road from Highway 37 to 449 Harmony Rd.
• Dundas Street East from George Street to First Street
• Ashley Street from Ducette Road to Old Madoc Road
• College Street East from North Front Street to Cannifton Road
• Bridge street west from Sidney street to Haslett Court

The cameras are currently located in the Community Safety Zones on Sidney Street (between Moira Street West and Bridge Street West), Harder Drive, Victoria Avenue and College Street East. Starting in January, the cameras will be moved to Ashley Street (between Ducette Road and Old Madoc Road), Dundas Street East (between George Street and First Street), Palmer Road (between Bridge Street West and Dundas Street West) and Sidney Street (from Moira Street West to Bridge Street West). 

The areas marked red in the map below indicate which Community Safety Zones have cameras active. 

What are the fines?

The fines for speeding in a Community Safety Zone are double and are as follows (subject to change based on the Ministry of Transportation):

• under 19 km over the limit is $5 per kilometer over, plus costs
• 20 to 29 km over the limit is $7.50 per kilometer over, plus costs
• 30 to 49 km over the limit is $12 per kilometer over, plus costs

Speeding Threshold

The threshold for automated speed enforcement refers to the predefined speed limit above which a vehicle will trigger an automated enforcement system, such as speed cameras or radar, to capture a violation. This threshold is set by authorities and can vary based on the location, speed of the road, type of road, and enforcement policy.

How do I pay my ticket? 

Steps for paying your fine are outlined on the ticket that was mailed to you. Payment is made through the Provincial Offences Court at Hastings County. For more information, visit: Hastings County Provincial Offences

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What if someone else was driving my car? 

It is the responsibility of the registered vehicle owner to pay the fine within 30 days of the offence. Information on requesting a trial can be found on the back of the ticket in the event you wish to challenge it.

Do ASE tickets affect your insurance? 

While ASE tickets will not result in the loss of any demerit points, a speeding ticket of any kind – whether issued by a police officer or through ASE – could potentially affect your insurance. This is a matter for your insurance company. 

How do I report vandalism?

If you see a camera damaged from vandalism contact 613-967-3275 after the fact, and if you are witnessing vandalism please call 911.

Additional questions?

Contact Customer Service for Transportation and Operations Services at 613-967-3275 or opgeneral@belleville.ca.

Visit the Ontario Traffic Council ASE FAQs page for more information.