It's an example of a minor infraction, and police are most likely able to use their discretion with this type of lawbreaking. Other more serious crimes will alm

It's an example of a minor infraction, and police are most likely able to use their discretion with this type of lawbreaking. Other more serious crimes will almost definitely require a charge. The fact that their discretion overwhelmingly leads to the racial bias described, shows a situation where police behaviour needs to change. It's important to highlight it for this reason.