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Then what is the point of the fine at all, if the demerit points turn out to be the real deterrent? And if the cash is also supposed to be a real deterrent, why
by DangitBobby 8y ago
Then what is the point of the fine at all, if the demerit points turn out to be the real deterrent? And if the cash is also supposed to be a real deterrent, why not make it so for said rich dude?
- pwg 8y agoThe cynical viewpoint says the fine is there for 'revenue generation' purposes.
- DangitBobby 8y agoYou're right, of course. But a progressive income-based fine would generate even more revenue and wouldn't disproportionately affect those with lower income.