Last Updated on March 14, 2025, 9:33 AM AST by Anthony Morris
The Government of St Kitts and Nevis has introduced a new traffic initiative that engages citizens and residents of the Federation to assist the authorities in combating traffic offences, via dash cam footage. An official email address, “roadsafety@gov.kn” has been created to serve as a secure platform for video submission.
This act aims at enhancing road safety enforcement , as outlined in the Vehicles and Road Traffic (Amendment) Act, 2025. The Licensing Authority has assigned this email address to provide a structured platform for submitting video evidence of road accidents.
The court also allows people to stay anonymous at the hearings, keeping their identity concealed.
The system is operated independently of the Licensing Authority, and the Administrators who receive the submissions are bound by the Unauthorized Disclosure of Official Information Act, 2023, with any breaches considered a criminal offence.
Video Submission Guidelines
The video submission must be accompanied by a brief description, date, time, and place where the offense has been recorded. Those who seek anonymity should make it clear in their email that their contact information and metadata should not be shared with anyone.
Safety Reward Initiative
In addition, the person whose submitted video results in a conviction can be awarded up to EC$5,000 by the court, paid by the offender. This reward forms part of the government’s efforts to get roads safe for everyone.
Commissioner Sutton calls it “game-changer” in their fight against reckless driving
Police Commissioner and Head of the Licensing Authority, James Sutton, highlighted the community’s role in improving road safety. He said that this initiative is a game-changer in their fight against reckless driving.
Commissioner Sutton further added that by allowing the public to submit evidence through their dash cam and other video footage, they are strengthening their law enforcement’s ability to hold the offenders responsible.
Vehicles and Road Traffic (Amendment) Act, 2025
The Vehicles and Road Traffic (Amendment) Act, 2025 has introduced stricter penalties for dangerous driving.
According to this act, fines for rash driving and dangerous driving now range from EC$6,000 to EC$8,000, with repeat offenders facing fines up to EC$20,000 and possibly imprisonment.
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