NSW’s new road safety cameras uncover dangerous driving habits

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New South Wales recently implemented seatbelt detection cameras, which have already identified over 11,400 penalties related to incorrect seatbelt use in just three weeks. The state government estimates that over 100,000 fines will be issued within the first year of the cameras being active. Incidents detected include unrestrained babies in the front seat, multiple unrestrained children, and various incorrect seatbelt usage. Despite only 0.14% of motorists being caught, seatbelt non-compliance contributed to approximately 15% of road fatalities in the state. New South Wales Roads Minister, John Graham, emphasized the importance of wearing seatbelts for safety. The state’s road toll has increased, prompting the introduction of more enforcement measures such as mobile speed camera sites.

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