Drivers reeling after passengers caught out by AI-powered safety cameras
4 hours ago
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- AI-powered safety cameras in WA have fined thousands of drivers for seatbelt and mobile phone violations since 2025.
- Some drivers are frustrated by fines for passengers' behavior, which they argue is beyond their control.
- A Perth mother was fined $500 and lost 8 demerit points when her 11-year-old daughter adjusted her seatbelt mid-journey.
- P-plater Olarni Brown lost her license for 3 months after a passenger incorrectly wore a seatbelt during double-demerit period.
- Listener Tom received multiple fines for wearing his seatbelt under his arm, leading to 36 demerit points and loss of license.
- WA Road Safety Commissioner Adrian Warner stated drivers are responsible for passengers' behavior but encouraged appeals for unfair penalties.
- A review of penalties is underway to increase flexibility and focus on changing driver behavior rather than punishment.
- Fines from safety cameras fund the Road Trauma Trust Account for road safety initiatives.