Overview
- In the 19 weeks to February 18, the cameras recorded 36,262 seatbelt violations worth nearly $20 million and more than 145,000 demerit points.
- Officials say about 80% of detections involve belts worn incorrectly; $550 fines and eight demerit points have seen parents and P-platers lose licences after passengers shifted straps.
- Authorities stress every flagged image is checked by humans, with at least two reviewers assessing potential offences before an infringement is issued.
- Appeal pathways remain available as the Road Safety Commission reviews penalty discretion, and authorities are withdrawing subsequent infringements issued before drivers received their first notice.
- Ahead of the Labour Day long weekend, WA’s road-safety chief warns double demerits apply and cameras will target mobile phone use and seatbelt misuse.