What if I was not the operator of the car at the time the violation took place, am I still liable?
Under Illinois State Law, 625 ILCS 5/11-208.6, the registered owner of a vehicle is liable for any automated traffic law violations that occur to the vehicle. It does not matter who was driving the car, the law clearly states that the registered owner is liable.

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1. What are the allowable defenses for a Red Light Violation?
2. What if I was not the operator of the car at the time the violation took place, am I still liable?
3. What should I bring to my hearing?
4. What do I do when I arrive for my hearing?
5. Who may participate in the hearing?
6. How is the hearing conducted?
7. What if I am found liable?
8. What if I am found not liable?
9. What if either side disagrees with the Administrative Law Judge’s decision?
10. What happens I did not appear at my hearing date?
11. Are there any court costs to request to contest the violation?