Nowadays it is very difficult to avoid radars, although they are now everywhere. And above all, today they take many and varied forms, making them difficult to detect. This is especially true onboard radars hidden in cars without identification marks. Not to mention the city radars, which have the same characteristics as the turrets, but in a miniature version. Suffice to say, they’re almost impossible to notice when you’re focused on driving. And it is unlikely to get better.

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Profitable radars

Not for nothing, if these devices are officially installed to ensure the safety of road users, they also bring very large profits to the state. And especially when fines are not paid on time by violators. These are the so-called increased fines. For the record, in case of an outbreak you have up to 60 days to pay what you owe. In addition, the amount is revised upwards. Thus, it reaches 180 or 375 euros, depending on the offense reported by the radar. Suffice it to say, it is very profitable for the government.

High incomes

Indeed, in 2022 the state collected not less than 221 million euros after paying increased speeding fines. The amount increased by 8.1% compared to 2021 and even 38% more than in 2018. It is therefore a real jackpot for public finances, as the increase in fines accounts for a quarter of the revenue from radars in France. In total, they brought in at least 2.3 billion euros, or 18.6% of what was earned thanks to automated speed control.

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