In a shocking turn of events, drivers in Canberra have been hit with an extraordinary total of $3.1 million in fines within a mere 36 days, thanks to the implementation of five new traffic enforcement cameras aimed at improving road safety. Between November 3 and December 9, these advanced AI-powered cameras recorded a staggering 3,601 violations related to seatbelt usage alone.
But here's where it gets controversial: many people are questioning whether such heavy penalties are truly effective in promoting safer driving habits or if they merely serve as a significant revenue stream for the local government.
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