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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Response rates from 606 Canada voters.
68% Yes |
32% No |
68% Yes |
32% No |
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Unique answers from Canada voters whose views went beyond the provided options.
@9WFR74Q 1mo1MO
Yes, absolutely. A large majority of accidents happen due to distracted driving, there should be heavier penalties on distracted drivers, especially if an accident involving fatalities or injuries occur.
@9TR9TK52mos2MO
it should stay the same but go easy on new drivers
@9T69G78 3mos3MO
All driving penalties should be based on the drivers income
@9RZPX673mos3MO
yes, but if youre simply changing your music there should be no charge
@9RMDWZQ4mos4MO
Distracted driving seems to be pinholed on texting. Increasing penalties are only valuable if enforced and that includes the screens built into cars now which can be just as distracting. If not - don’t bother.
@9RBY87R4mos4MO
No, add an RFI jammer to a culprits car, similar to the breath-analyzer added to a drunkards car
@9MKYHZ76mos6MO
Yes, and the system should be reformed to have the cost of the ticket reflect the offenders annual income
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