Victoria Police has rolled out new technology that allows members to create and issue penalty infringement notices electronically.
State Highway Patrol members were the first to begin issuing electronic penalty infringement notices (ePINs) in Victoria in February, with 5,143 ePINs issued between February 11 and April 7.
The new application, which operates on Victoria Police issued mobile devices, features built-in information on penalty codes, penalty amounts, demerit points and is able to calculate infringement due dates, simplifying the process of issuing an infringement.
The nascent technology allows members of the public to receive their infringement notice electronically, via email or on their mobile device.
“With Victoria now introducing digital licenses and a lot of traditional paperwork now digital, introducing electronic infringements is a natural and timely progression for the force,” said Victoria Police Deputy Commissioner, Wendy Steendam.
“The ePINs application simplifies the process for our police and members of the community, making it quicker and easier to issue and receive infringement notices.
“Reducing the time required for police to complete paper-based administration means we can dedicate more time to policing and community safety.”
Details: www.police.vic.gov.au/infringement-notices
