Red light and speed cameras

What is a red light camera?

A red light camera captures a photograph of a vehicle when it crosses the white line on a red light at an intersection.

What is a speed camera?

A speed camera is a generic term referring to a road safety camera system capable of measuring the speed of a vehicle and taking a photographic image of that vehicle.

Why have them?

These cameras are one part of the Camera Detected Offence Program (CDOP) which is an initiative aimed at reducing road trauma on Queensland roads.  This is a partnership between the Department of Transport and Main Roads and the Queensland Police Service. 

Cameras are also used to detect mobile phone and seatbelt offences.

More information on types of speed cameras and red light cameras

What devices are used in Queensland and where are they located?

The QPS deploys an array of different detection devices, but most are commonly known as:

• Mobile speed cameras
• Fixed speed cameras
• Red light cameras
• Combined red light and speed cameras
• Road safety camera trailers
• Point-to-point speed camera systems

As part of the Queensland Government's Open Data Initiative, you can find information on camera locations.

Where can I find information on the camera accuracy and calibration?

Speed cameras are tested and operated in accordance with legislative requirements.  

More information on camera calibration