Government Introduces Cash Reward System to Encourage Public Participation in Traffic Enforcement

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, January 31, 2025 (PMO) – The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis has
introduced an innovative traffic enforcement initiative that will allow citizens to play a direct role in

curbing reckless driving while also benefiting financially. Under the newly passed Vehicles and
Road Traffic (Amendment) Bill, 2025, individuals who submit video or dashcam footage leading to
the successful conviction of a reckless driver could receive a reward of up to $5,000.
The Attorney General and Minister of Justice and Legal Affairs, Hon. Garth Wilkin, described the
measure as a game-changer in the fight against dangerous driving. He explained that citizens who
witness reckless behavior—such as speeding, illegal overtaking, or drivers using their mobile
phones—can now submit video evidence to law enforcement anonymously. If the evidence results
in a conviction, the court may award the individual a financial reward, with the fine being paid by
the convicted driver, not the state.

“This initiative is about empowering the people of St. Kitts and Nevis to take a stand against
reckless driving. Every person who submits a video is helping to make our roads safer. Instead of
just complaining about bad drivers, you now have the power to hold them accountable—and even
be rewarded for it, ” Wilkin stated.

To further encourage public participation, dashcams will now be duty-free, allowing more citizens
to install them in their vehicles and capture evidence of traffic violations. The public will be
provided with a secure platform to submit video evidence, ensuring anonymity for those who wish
to remain unidentified.

“This is a national effort. We all know how dangerous our roads have become, and now we are
giving citizens a real incentive to help fix the problem. If a reckless driver causes harm, they should
pay—not just in fines but by contributing to the very people who helped bring them to justice.”
The reward system is one of several measures introduced under the Sustainable Road Safety
Project, which aims to reduce traffic fatalities and change the nation’s driving culture. With road
accidents on the rise, the Government is urging every citizen to take an active role in enforcing road
safety laws.

“We cannot afford to lose any more lives to reckless driving. We are increasing penalties, and
improving enforcement, and now, we are enlisting the public as partners in this fight. Together, we
can make our roads safer for everyone,” Wilkin concluded.