"Stop Inconsiderate Driving"... Unmanned Intersection Blocking Enforcement Equipment Introduced
The National Police Agency announced on November 24 that it will begin a pilot operation of new unmanned traffic enforcement equipment targeting “blocking the intersection” violations starting next month.
This pilot program will be conducted at the Gukgiwon Intersection in Gangnam-gu, Seoul, and will involve a three-month period of guidance-based enforcement until the end of February next year. The newly developed equipment for detecting intersection blocking violations has improved accuracy and addressed previous limitations by utilizing artificial intelligence-based video analysis technology, developed in connection with the National Police Agency’s research and development (R&D) efforts. By integrating enforcement of signal violations, speeding, and intersection blocking into a single device, the system enhances equipment efficiency and maintenance convenience.
The intersection blocking enforcement equipment will be operated at intersections equipped with no-stopping zones. It will target vehicles that enter the intersection on a green light but remain within the no-stopping zone when the signal turns red, failing to clear the intersection in time.
The National Police Agency is not only planning to install new intersection blocking enforcement devices but is also considering adding this function to existing unmanned signal and speed enforcement equipment. Next year, the agency plans to install intersection blocking devices at 10 intersections with chronic congestion and aims to expand the deployment nationwide from 2027, with the goal of minimizing public inconvenience by rapidly distributing the equipment.
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An official from the National Police Agency stated, “Entering an intersection simply because the light is green, or acting out of selfishness to get ahead, threatens public safety. We will actively crack down on such inconsiderate driving behaviors to ensure smoother traffic flow and prevent accidents.”
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