SA speeding fine photos go online

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http://www.skynews.com.au/tech/article.aspx?id=882512

Drivers who receive red light or speed camera fines in South Australia can now access online photos of their alleged offences.

Police say colour digital photos from all fixed speed and red light cameras, as well as mobile speed cameras, will be available from Monday through the new free service.

The move is aimed at reassuring the public of 'the accuracy and transparency' of the camera system.

SAPOL Deputy Commissioner Grant Stevens said drivers previously could ask for the photo to check the validity of their fine.

Last year, SAPOL provided more than 16,500 photos on request.

'However, SAPOL recognised the need to provide the public with better and easier access to expiation information,' he said in a statement.

'Police are committed to road safety and speed and red light cameras deter speeding and control driver behaviour at traffic lights.

'That said, we want to reassure people that the system is fair and the technology accurate, so quick, online access to their photos is a way we can help do that.'

Drivers can get their photos via the SAPOL home page: www.police.sa.gov.au and entering their expiation notice information.

For those who don't have online access, photos can still viewed at police headquarters in person or sent via email or post.