Can the camera in Shenzhen capture rear seat passengers not wearing seat belts?
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Cameras cannot capture it. Here is the relevant introduction: Safety function: By reducing the secondary impact force that poses an internal collision risk, it lowers the possibility of death or serious injury in traffic collisions. It ensures that occupants are correctly positioned to maximize the effectiveness of airbags and prevents occupants from being ejected from the vehicle or the vehicle from rolling over during a collision. Hazards: When a vehicle is involved in an accident or emergency braking, a huge inertial force is generated. Depending on the driving speed and the severity of the collision, this inertial force varies. The inertial force causes the driver and passengers to collide with objects inside the vehicle, such as the steering wheel, windshield, seat backs, and doors, which can easily cause severe injuries to the occupants, or even eject them from their seats or out of the vehicle.
Having driven in Shenzhen for many years, I've seen quite a few friends get fined after being caught by cameras for not wearing seat belts in the back seats. Shenzhen's traffic monitoring system is quite advanced now, with many high-definition cameras, especially on main roads and at tunnel entrances. The cameras are set at wide angles, sometimes capturing both front and back seats inside the car. This isn't alarmist talk—I've read reports that the traffic management department specifically upgraded their equipment to catch seat belt violations. Think about it: when it's hot in Shenzhen and car windows are open, the cameras can easily see if people in the back are wearing seat belts. Last year, I personally experienced this near Fumin Avenue when traffic police later sent a ticket saying a back-seat passenger wasn't buckled up. I think everyone should make it a habit—no matter where you sit, seat belts are life-saving. In case of an accident, they can reduce injuries. Remember, safety first. Don't cut corners to save time or money. A fine of a few hundred yuan is a small matter, but there are no second chances with human lives.
