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NRW Police to Implement Mobile Payment for Fines

A new app will allow officers to collect fines using their smartphones, aiming to streamline operations and reduce costs.

  • The app under development will enable NRW police officers to accept contactless payments for fines directly through their smartphones.
  • The initiative aims to replace existing payment terminals, facilitating a cashless system for fines, security deposits, and warrants.
  • Payments will be processed using a 'Tap-To-Pay' method, similar to retail transactions, allowing cards to be tapped on police devices.
  • QR codes will enable online receipt retrieval, reducing the need for physical printouts and enhancing digital record-keeping.
  • The move is expected to simplify officers' duties and support NRW's broader digital strategy, while also cutting costs by eliminating the need for rented payment terminals.
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