LOS ANGELES, Dec. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — DTLA Law Group, a full-service civil litigation firm based in Downtown Los Angeles, is advising California road users about several traffic-safety law changes taking effect in 2026. New state measures address how red-light violations are enforced and establish safety requirements for electric bicycles and related lithium-ion batteries, with the shared goal of reducing severe crashes and equipment-related injuries statewide.

One of the most notable changes is Senate Bill 720, which creates an optional “Safer Streets Program” allowing cities and counties to enforce red-light violations through a civil process using automated camera systems. Violations do not add points to a driver’s record, fines start at $100, and revenues fund local safety projects after covering program costs. Before systems go live, jurisdictions must base camera placement on safety data and adopt impact reports addressing civil rights, equity, and privacy concerns.