Infringements have commenced for mobile device detection camera offences

From Tuesday 20 February 2024, motorists caught by mobile device detection cameras illegally using their mobile device while driving will be issued an infringement and demerit points.

The start of infringements follows a 3 month warning period which saw cameras detecting over 18,000 Canberrans using their mobile device while driving.

Since the introduction of mobile device detection cameras across Canberra in February last year, over 63,000 drivers have been detected using mobile devices while driving. This equates to 180 drivers daily.

While the monthly detection rate for the transportable and fixed cameras is gradually decreasing over time, there are still too many people using their mobile device while driving, putting all other road users at risk.

Taking your eyes off the road for more than 2 seconds doubles the risk of a crash, with mobile phones often being the source of that distraction.

Stop it or cop it

Infringements for offences detected by mobile device detection cameras will result in fines of $514 and 3 demerit points.

Payment plans will be available for vulnerable members of the community who may struggle to pay the infringement in full. More information on payment plans is available on the Access Canberra website.

Know the rules

With one week to go until infringements commence, Canberrans are being urged to ensure they fully understand the ACT’s mobile device road rules and be prepared.

For information on illegal uses of a mobile device while driving, as well as permitted interactions based on your licence type, visit mobile distraction.