Schaumburg police will be getting video recording equipment for all cars and motorcycles. The purpose of the video equipment is to increase evidence in DUI cases and cut down on the number of complaints filed against officers during arrests. Continue reading here.
An example of a video recording system for a police squad car.
Evanston police are testing the ability to identify cars with outstanding tickets by capturing images of vehicle license plants and running them against ticket databases. The new system would also monitor 2-hour parking and overtime zones. Feelings are mixed on the system’s implementation. Continue reading here.
An example of a discrete rear license plate camera. Evanston police would be implementing similar systems to track tickets and parking violations. Image from http://www.europeanautosource.com
