D.C. aims to triple the number of cameras, including 140 new bus lane enforcement cameras and 122 new speed cameras. But not everyone thinks the cameras are working to make city streets safer.

Councilmember Tommy Wells (D-Ward 6) has created a task force to consider lowering fines for tickets handed out by the city’s ever-expanding network of traffic cameras.

Do you have a sneaking suspicion that traffic cameras are being used more to suck money out of your pocket than to promote safe driving habits? You’re not alone.