The numbers, released to Global News in response to a Freedom of Information request, revealed officers issued 56 excessive speeding tickets in March and April compared to 39 during the same period last year.

More than 2,100 motorists have had licence prohibitions for excessive speeding in each of the last three years.

B.C. Public Safety Minister Mike Farnworth argues the red light cameras are about improving traffic safety, but critics say the soon-to-be upgraded devices are "clearly photo radar."