The idea that speed cameras are used to raise revenue is a myth.

• NYC speed cameras issued $220 million in fines in 2023.

• New York City's total budget is $112.4 billion.

220 million / 112 billion = 0.001964

Speed cameras make up 0.19% of New York's total revenue.

The reason they are used instead of cops is that unlike traffic cops:

• They don't require healthcare and training
• They don't shoot people
• They don't go on strike
• They don't take bribes