New speed cameras for Vorpommern-Greifswald: More security on the street!

New speed cameras for Vorpommern-Greifswald: More security on the street!

What's new in the Vorpommern-Greifswald district? An important step is imminent: The district council has decided to replace the previously outdated speed controls with modern technology. This step was adopted on Monday and underlines how seriously you take traffic safety. The old flash units are not only getting old, but also prone to repair, as there are no more spare parts. A total of twelve of these measuring systems are to be exchanged, with 1.85 million euros being planned into the household, as nordkurier.

For the current year, 1.18 million euros are budgeted, which has so far only been able to exchange nine plants. The district council has also approved an over -scheduled issue of 316,400 euros for 2025 and already advertised the order for the new acquisition; The binding period ends on August 15th. In order for the new flash units to be positioned efficiently, an expert body, the accident commission, the locations will be thoroughly check.

speed 30 and 50 - where is flash?

But that's not all, because the speed camera in Greifswald are currently active! Today, on July 15, 2025, there are two mobile radarfalls in the focus of the police who monitor the flow of traffic in the city. The following locations are currently being flashed:

• Am Helmshäger Berg (ZIP 17489, industrial area): Mobile radar trap with a speed limit of 50 km/h.
• Stralsunder Straße (ZIP 17489, Steinbeckervorstadt): A speed limit of 30 km/h.
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also reports on these measures [news.de] (https://www.news.de/auto/856892841/mobile-blitzer-radarkrolle-in-greifuzuell-in- industriebiet-wo-wo-hute-am-dienstag-24-06-2025-Blitzt/1/). In recent years it has been shown that the income from speed violations is an important source of income for the district. In 2023 alone, over 4.6 million euros were taken, in 2024 it was still 4.1 million euros.

rights of drivers

What should drivers know if they are confronted with a speed control? You have the right to question the measurement methods and locations. Incorrect measurements can arise from various factors such as incorrect calibration or unfavorable weather conditions. If there is any doubt about the accuracy of a measurement, it is advisable to consult a lawyer for traffic law. This can support when it comes to contesting fines, as [https://rechtecheck.de/rechte-bei-be--beukrellen-was-Auto-Fahren-Wissen-muessen/) describes.

For all drivers in the region, the following also applies: When checking speeds, it is important to remain calm and cooperative. Anyone who questions the measurement objectively and notes the location and the measuring device used can possibly improve their chances of success to contest a notice of fine.

Security on the streets is a top priority, and the modernization of speed controls in Vorpommern-Greifswald is another step in this direction.