Does illegal photography capture speeding?
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No, it does not capture speeding. Navigation alerts indicating speed camera presence are what trigger speed capture. Speed cameras: Speed cameras primarily assist radar guns in operation. When radar detects speeding, the camera takes photos. Therefore, speed cameras are solely responsible for photographing speeding vehicles. Working principle of traffic violation cameras: Electronic traffic enforcement systems work by embedding induction loops beneath road surfaces to detect passing vehicles. Signals are then transmitted to a central processor and cached in registers. Captured violation data is sent to backend systems, while non-violation footage is automatically deleted after one traffic light cycle.
Oh, I know many drivers are concerned about this, given the numerous cameras on the road. So-called illegal photography does frequently capture speeding, such as on highways or urban expressways. Those devices use radar to measure speed, and when your vehicle exceeds the speed limit, it automatically takes a photo for record-keeping, allowing traffic police to process fines later. But I must say, it doesn’t just capture speeding—it also covers common violations like running red lights or not driving in the correct lane. These cameras are usually installed in accident-prone areas to remind everyone to slow down and ensure safety for all. From my decades of driving experience, speeding violations are the most frequently captured, so I always advise new drivers to familiarize themselves with speed limit signs on the road before setting off to avoid penalties and points on their licenses.
