More often than not, the first time you know that you’ve been pinged by a speed camera is when the fine arrives in the post.
But there are times when you experience that sinking feeling that you’ve just been caught on film doing a few or more kays over the speed limit, such as a flash in the rear-view mirror or the tell-tale equipment on the front of that SUV parked on the side of the road.
Or you might be certain that you were under the speed limit, but a fixed camera flashed anyway – which could happen if it is going through a test cycle or detected another vehicle near you infringing.
Either way, the anticipation of receiving a speeding or red-light infringement notice is never fun, especially if you’re low on demerit points.
So is there a way you can find out if you’ve been snapped before the fine arrives in the post?
The short answer is not really, because when a speed or red-light camera detects a possible infringement there is a process in place before a fine is issued.
How long does it take to receive a speed-camera fine?
There is no set time but the average seems to be about two weeks in most states. However, this can take up to 28 days in NSW, while in Tasmania you could receive one electronically in as little as four days
If, after the average time, you are still worried that you were pinged, you may be able to check for any outstanding issued fines. In NSW you can do this via the Service NSW app – though most states will require a phone call to the relevant department if you don’t have an infringement reference number.
In some cases, the first you’ll know that you have copped a traffic camera fine is when you receive a reminder or final notice. These will often come with a late-payment penalty and provide less time for you to pay. If this does happen there are provisions to explain the situation or appeal.
Click on one of the links below for more information about traffic cameras, fines and fixed-camera locations in your state or territory.
- Australian Capital Territory – (ACT speed camera locations)
- New South Wales
- Northern Territory
- Queensland
- South Australia
- Tasmania
- Victoria
- Western Australia
COMMENTS
Keyword: Can you check if you've been snapped by a speed camera?