Speed
cameras were introduced to New South Wales in 1991 in an attempt
to deter speeding motorists and reduce the number of road
fatalities.
Speed is involved in 36% of deaths and over 20% of
serious injuries resulting from traffic collisions.
How does a Radar Speed Camera operate?
A camera is attached to a conventional radar unit.
When the radar unit detects a vehicle exceeding the speed limit,
the camera is activated.
As a vehicle passes along the road and intersects
the radar beam, the unit measures the speed travelled. Speed equal
to or greater than the radar unit's setting will activate the
camera recorder. A single photograph is taken which records the
date, time and speed travelled.
Driver's Licence Demerit Points
Exceed Speed:
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15 kph and under - 1
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Over 15 kph - 3
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Over 30 kph - 4
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Over 45 kph - 6
Drivers whose vehicles are caught exceeding the
speed limit will receive an infringement notice and fine.
