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Vietnam pays citizens up to $200 if they snitch on traffic violators

Officials stated that the additional money raised via the program will be used to improve road safety further.

According to reports, Vietnam has announced that it will pay citizens and organisations up to VND 5 million (approx. $200) if they provide evidence of traffic violations.

The reports suggest that traffic cops will pay a percentage of the fine levied to civilians who hand over camera footage of badly behaving road users. The new scheme was launched this month, with the Vietnamese government stating that the program should help make the streets safer.

Officials stated that the additional money raised via the program will be used to improve road safety further. The cash generated will help in the purchase of vehicles and equipment, the development of information systems and the maintenance of traffic databases; among others.

Vietnam also plans to introduce other safety measures, including surveillance cameras, along with increased fines and stricter penalties for traffic violators.

Source: Vietnamnet

 
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