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If you or someone driving your vehicle is caught speeding in a zone with an Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) camera, you will receive a notification in the mail.
The Town of New Tecumseth has issued a warning about a scam involving fraudulent text messages claiming to be part of the Automated Speed Enforcement program.
These messages falsely instruct recipients to act on an ‘Ontario Speed Sanction Warning’ to avoid demerit point deductions.
Important facts to know:
Penalty Orders under ASE are issued by mail only. The Town of New Tecumseth does not send Penalty Orders via text or email.
Demerit points are not deducted for camera-based offences under the ASE program
The ASE system uses speed cameras in designated Community Safety Zones and School Zones to improve road safety. Offences are reviewed by a Provincial Offences Officer and official notices are mailed to the registered vehicle owner.
Residents are urged to ignore and delete any suspicious messages and avoid clicking on links or providing personal information
If you receive a fraudulent message, report it to local authorities or the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre.
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