Attention drivers! Mobile speed cameras in Norderstedt expose speed offenders

Attention drivers! Mobile speed cameras in Norderstedt expose speed offenders

In Norderstedt, in the Segeberg district in Schleswig-Holstein, this Sunday, October 19, 2025, the motto was once again: “Be careful, speed cameras!” As news.de reported, at 3:05 p.m Mobile speed trap spotted on Kohtla-Järve-Straße (zip code 22844 in Friedrichsgabe). The speed limit there is set extremely low at just 10 km/h, which makes potential speed offenders doubly liable.

The speed trap is not just a remnant of ancient times, but one of the approximately 4,500 radar systems used by the police in Germany. What is particularly noteworthy is that speeding is the most common traffic violation and, unfortunately, is also the number one cause of accidents. It is therefore advisable not only to adhere to the maximum speed, but also to adapt the speed to the respective traffic situation.

Fines and penalties

But what happens if you get caught flashing? Fines vary depending on the type of speeding. Drivers who drive too fast in urban areas face significantly higher penalties than on country roads. For example, if you exceed the limit by 1 to 10 km/h, you will have to pay 30 euros, while if you exceed the limit by 11 to 15 km/h, you will have to pay 50 euros. Here are some examples from bussgeld-info.de:

• Innerorts bis 10 km/h: 30 EUR, keine Punkte, kein Fahrverbot
• Über 70 km/h: 800 EUR, 2 Punkte, 3 Monate Fahrverbot

The catalog of fines looks similar for outside built-up areas. It is also important to remain vigilant here, as speeding above 26 km/h can result in additional points offenses in Flensburg. In particular, you should avoid driving bans for a long time after the first violation, because anyone who is caught speeding at least 26 km/h twice within a year must also expect a ban.

The technology behind flashing

How does a speed trap actually work? Whether mobile or permanently installed, the technology introduced in 1959 is no coincidence. The measurements are carried out using the Doppler effect, which uses electromagnetic signals to precisely determine the speed of a vehicle. If a vehicle is detected exceeding the permitted speed limit, a photo will be taken and appropriate action will be taken.

– Tip for all drivers: Radar detector apps are prohibited while driving in Germany. In the event of a violation, you face a fine of 75 euros and one point in Flensburg. So it's worth leaving the radar detector in the glove compartment.

It is well known whether you are “on the safe side” when it comes to speed: it is advisable to always keep the speed limit in mind and adapt it. This applies not only to busy city center streets, but also to quiet areas where optimal traffic safety always has priority.

In summary: Responsible use of speed not only protects your own wallet, but also the lives of all road users. So be careful where you go and follow the rules!