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Originally Posted by me283
If speeding is a CIVIL offence then why do the Police enforce it? I'm sure we all know of incidents where the Police have been telephoned but have declined to get involved in a matter, claiming it is a CIVIL matter?
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Because:
1) The government wants their money back.
2) Speeding poses a safety risk to others.
3) Speeding could lead to criminal motoring offenses like reckless or dangerous driving. How does a cop know that is being commited, if he doesn't check the speed? It is also used as a good reason to check for license, tax, etc.
4) The job needs responsibility. We know all about the cowboys that parade themselves as clampers and traffic wardens. Imagine if speeding enforcement was left to council officials?
