ARE THERE TOO MANY TRAFFIC LAWS?

This article examines the current trend in the United States toward a proliferation of traffic laws and ordinances. While much of this legislation has had a positive impact, there is concern over the "alarming rate" at which traffic laws have increased over the past 10 years, and the impact of this increase on (1) citizens who may get confused by inconsistencies as they travel from one locale to another, (2) officers who must enforce an increasingly complex code, and (3) courts that must deal with a greater caseload and often confusing sentencing requirements. One possible solution to this problem is examined--the adoption of a uniform code. Some of the pros and cons to the adoption of the Uniform Vehicle Code are briefly discussed. In conclusion, it is pointed out that the move toward greater uniformity and the driving force behind even more new legislation may be one and the same--the public. It is the public that, through public interest groups, will draw attention to the problem and lead the charge for change.

Language

  • English

Media Info

  • Pagination: p. 10-13
  • Serial:

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Filing Info

  • Accession Number: 00721486
  • Record Type: Publication
  • Source Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
  • Report/Paper Numbers: HS-041 917
  • Files: HSL, USDOT
  • Created Date: May 20 1996 12:00AM