Opinion

The reality of red-light cameras

Posted June 15, 2010 11:00 pm

People may assume that cameras at intersections are helping the safety of the roads. But they do not actually improve traffic flow or accidents. People still speed and drive recklessly with or without a photo.

When a photo is taken, it is hard to tell who the driver is. The photos are not very clear. These photos can also be false readings or inaccurate.

Tickets are sent through the mail. What if they never get it? And how are they supposed to respond to it if they never got one before? Tickets are not sent quickly, either. It may take weeks. This makes it harder to guard oneself.

Red-light cameras are not cheap to install. Many would say their money should go elsewhere. What is the real intentions on cameras in intersections? To make money? Or is it really for protection?

Jamie Pieta

Glen Ellyn

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