AI-powered Mobile Phone Detection Cameras Lead to 2,500 Fines in SA

Published on October 10, 2024

South Australia’s mobile phone detection cameras have caught thousands of drivers using their phones in the first week of operation. The artificial intelligence (AI) cameras detected 2,604 incidents, leading to 2,544 fines or 97 percent, following a review by a trained South Australian Police adjudicator. In just one day, 405 fines were issued. Two drivers received six fines; another will receive five penalties after being caught at multiple camera locations. A three-month grace period between June 19 and Sept. 18 allowed residents to adjust to the new system. During this period, 68,252 warning notices were sent out for using a mobile phone while driving. Following the trial, South Australian Police began issuing fines of up to $556, along with a $102 Victims of Crime levy and three demerit points for those caught using their phones while driving....

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