The Guyana Police Force (GPF) has reported the successful processing of at least 115 dangerous driving cases captured by traffic cameras, with offenders facing fines and, in some cases, suspension of their driver’s licenses. This initiative is part of a nationwide effort to strengthen traffic law enforcement.
According to a recent police release, hundreds of incidents detected by the Safe Road Intelligent System (SRIS) have advanced through the judicial system. Dangerous driving offences, which cannot be ticketed, must be adjudicated before a magistrate. Each case recorded by SRIS cameras undergoes a thorough review by trained officers who analyze the footage, compile evidence, and prepare it for court.
As of now, 115 cases have been resolved in court, leading to monetary penalties and some license suspensions. Numerous additional cases are at various stages of review and prosecution as the police bolster their capacity to expedite preparation and hearings.
When drivers are identified, officers utilize electronic tablets to display recorded footage of the alleged infractions to verify charges before court appearances. Recently, several motorists faced charges in the Georgetown and Sparendaam Magistrates’ Courts, with fines ranging from $25,000 to $50,000.
The GPF emphasized that dangerous driving poses serious risks, disrupts traffic order, and heightens the chances of collisions. They reiterated their commitment to pursuing offences detected through the SRIS in court.
The SRIS initiative is part of a larger national strategy by the Government of Guyana and the National Data Management Authority aimed at modernizing traffic management. This data-driven approach seeks to reduce road fatalities and enhance public safety across the nation.
