This considers the idea of removing government-imposed traffic laws and relying instead on individual responsibility for road safety. Proponents argue that voluntary compliance respects individual freedom and personal responsibility. Opponents argue that without traffic laws, road safety would significantly decline and accidents would increase.
Response rates from 1.2k Australia voters.
3% Yes |
97% No |
3% Yes |
97% No |
Trend of support over time for each answer from 1.2k Australia voters.
Loading data...
Loading chart...
Trend of how important this issue is for 1.2k Australia voters.
Loading data...
Loading chart...
Unique answers from Australia voters whose views went beyond the provided options.
@B4N293W5 days5D
No, but common sense needs to play a role. Aggressive driver behaviour should be penalised. Keeping with the flow of traffic should be prioritised. Speed limits should be a range not a definitive number. For example if the speed sign says 60, there should be a range of 10km/h leeway with no penalty. People should be encouraged to do 60, but not be so paranoid about going 5 or so kms over the limit so they're not distracted by constantly checking the speedometer rather than what's infront of them. This will lead to a more relaxed drive and probably more sense of freedom among drivers which may help keep aggression down naturally.
@B4LWHQ26 days6D
No, Voluntary to a point, however, if it becomes more serious where it becomes a hazard to one or more people, immediate loss of license and jail time should be considered.
@B4BR9TF2wks2W
Mobile speed camera's and seat belt camera need to go. Police need to stop hiding and entraping the citizens.
@B4B9G5P3wks3W
Government may legitimately issue traffic laws on roads that it truly owns. Whether roads indeed belong to governments require a separate long discussion.
@B4B8C3Y3wks3W
No, but they should eliminate any revenue raising activities.
@B2YRZ862mos2MO
I believe certain things should be looked at such as stupid speed limits
@B2WGS2X2mos2MO
No, traffic laws are important for public safety. Traffic fines, however, need to be made more equitable. A $600 fine for speeding for the average citizen, is a hefty blow, and is likely too high. But for a wealthy citizen, $600 could mean absolutely nothing, thus not incentivising their compliance, and ultimately perpetuating the idea that money allows one to be above the law.
@9ZQSH895mos5MO
Reasonable enforcement rather than revenue raising.
Join in on the most popular conversations.
