Get the public involved in detecting traffic violations

One of the main issues our country is facing at the moment is traffic and traffic violations. These violations involve both motorists and pedestrians alike. I would like to suggest a simple proposal to reduce these violations that would benefit the country and people.

Due to modern technology available and mobile phones being a daily part of our lives I feel this can be used as a tool to deter/apprehend offenders of traffic rules until our country reaches a stage where there are ample security cameras nationwide to detect/prevent such violations.

Step 1

Create a Government website with very nominal membership fee (Rs: 500 – 1000) or free of charge for the public to use. This website would be dedicated to the nation’s traffic violations/news and any updates about road development etc

Step 2

Encourage the public to become members of the site to help with detecting / capturing any traffic violations by using their mobile phones (photo/ video evidence). I believe this is a very practical method as people are always on their phones and ever ready to take pictures/videos of anything unusual.

Step 3

Upload the video/photo to the government traffic site and monitor what steps have been taken to apprehend the violator. Once the case has been finalized, a percentage of the fine incurred could be reimbursed to the concerned citizen’s account (provided with membership) in order to encourage the people to be vigilant on the streets.

Please note, this is a simple idea which I feel will help the law enforcement agencies clear a lot of cases and get the public involved in helping make our country a lawful place to live.

Angelo Norton Via email