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Should the government increase penalties for distracted driving?

Distracted driving penalties aim to deter dangerous behaviors, such as texting while driving, to improve road safety. Proponents argue that it deters dangerous behavior, improves road safety, and reduces accidents caused by distractions. Opponents argue that penalties alone may not be effective and enforcement can be challenging.

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Yes
33%
No

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 @BF4V7XGanswered…3 days3D

Yes but as long as fines are tiered to income level

 @BDF8VFWanswered…2mos2MO

Only if an accidents but it require any action

 @BCS86DPanswered…2mos2MO

Depends on previous criminal convictions

 @9PW2LZ7answered…2yrs2Y

In certain cases, like if the driver was texting, or using a mobile. It should be legal however, to look at (glance at) or tap on Sat Nav.

 @9PK5T6Danswered…2yrs2Y

Only where an incident or accident occurs and the distraction can be proven to be a contributory factor

 @9PC9WTManswered…2yrs2Y

Yes, but only penalties which are not carceral. Driving bans should be longer and more rigidly enforced

 @9MT73KCanswered…2yrs2Y

Yes, but only where this has resulted in dangerous driving

 @9NV5LVSanswered…2yrs2Y

The penalty is currently 6 points + a fine, which seems fairly proportionate. Would be open to it if there were evidence it would improve road safety.

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