Detectives from each district are currently working on their problem-oriented pieces in which they will outline their district’s core issues and their resolutions. Police’s Sheila Keddy believes that, on the basis of initial feedback, the problem solving has already started in various areas of policing like: ‘high risk’ road traffic collisions, anti-social behaviour and youth nuisance.
One of the reasons that defenders of the policing changes put forward in support of keeping policing within the council is on the grounds of reduced policing levels, including preventative measures that reduce traffic costs. Sheila Keddy and others dismiss that there would be less policing. ‘Resources would be re-allocated rather than reduced,’ she argues.
Mobile phone usage remains of the persistent issues that are targetted in the resolutions. The ‘highest’ cost is around 1000-1200 dollars which is that of the most highly charged offences. The emergency services and insurance infrastructures are already feeling the crunch, and being distracted while driving magnifies the chances of having an accident, making the problem even more acute.
Speeding and Reckless Driving Awaiting the Fiery Finish
Younger drivers and their insatiable need for speed are a good part of the reason for the $223 million bill. The doling out of fines depends on how fast one is driving, and can go over $1,700 and a loss of one’s license in the most serious cases. Officers have reported that highly motivated offenders as classified in the primary rage of offending, have numerous initiatives aimed at them, including point-to-point speed cameras and focused driving on chronic offenders. People investigating accidents on the roads, on the other hand, are saying that the behaviours of reckless driving, more specifically street racing and driving while intoxicated, are happening with a shocking frequency.
Heavy Vehicles and Registration Offences
The report further indicated that the registration breaches and heavy goods vehicles costs also have a significant share. Driving an unregistered vehicle can attract a fine of over $7,000 in some instances. Offenders are not only unprotected by insurance, but there is negligence that also accompanies such acts in the face of an accident. In an effort to get compliance with the road laws and safety laws, Transport inspectors have increased the checking of trucks, buses and commercial vehicles.
Older drivers and Regulatory Cost of Compliance
The more recent, and more relaxed, rules on obtaining a license that are aimed at older Australians are also part of the enforcement costs incurred by regulation. In some states, drivers above the age of 60 are limited to displaying certain licence plates, or, for more advanced age groups, must undergo more periodic medical assessments in order to keep their licences. While these measures are aimed to promote safety and limit accidents, they also increase the supervision and enforcement burden on the authorities.
Public Directed to Practice ‘Safe Driving’
The authorities estimate that the warning of $223 million should serve as motivation for the drivers. Besides the substantial court penalties, police are keen to point out that road crime has dire social implications that are among the most serious, such as life and limb. The motorists are encouraged to observe the driving regulations, refrain from driving altogether and utilize more public transport, and think about the societal cost of reckless driving. While there are measures aimed at improving road safety in the country, officials say that personal accountability is the most important in minimizing road trauma as well as the crime costs of the country.