Rheinland-Pfalz Rolls Out Monocam to Curb Distracted Driving

The innovative camera system, now in regular use, aims to enhance road safety and reduce fatalities with plans for broader deployment by year-end.

The Monocam system, developed by the Dutch police, detects mobile phone use by drivers and is now operational in Rheinland-Pfalz following a legal amendment in March 2025.
Pilot tests conducted in Trier and Mainz during 2022 recorded 1,268 violations, demonstrating the system's effectiveness in identifying distracted driving.
Each suspected violation captured by the Monocam undergoes human verification by police officers to ensure accuracy and minimize false positives.
The system is part of Rheinland-Pfalz's broader goal to eliminate road fatalities by 2050, with three deaths linked to distracted driving reported in 2024 alone.
The state plans to expand Monocam deployment to all five police stations within the year, with expected fine revenues of up to €1.2 million annually from the devices.