Police enforcement of speeding has not evolved significantly since 1899, yet a database from automated speed cameras provides crucial information on repeat offenders. NYPD should utilize this data to focus on the vehicles with multiple violations, particularly the 45,819 recorded last year as most likely to cause accidents. Additionally, license plate issues have led to millions of unissued tickets, highlighting the prevalence of 'ghost' vehicles. Effective measures against these extreme speeders and their evasive tactics are necessary for public safety.
The NYPD should leverage the automated speed camera database to focus enforcement on extreme recidivist drivers who exceed speed limits and are most likely to kill.
Data shows that automated enforcement by DOT has effectively slowed down the majority of drivers, yet NYPD has not prioritized apprehending the most dangerous repeat offenders.
Of the speeding tickets not issued in 2023, around three million were due to license plate fraud, showcasing the need for increased enforcement against 'ghost' vehicles.
Targeting super speeders and ghost cars should be a fundamental priority for the NYPD, with innovative solutions necessary to prevent dangerous driving.
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