Mole wrote:
OK so as both I and the article suggest, we DO need a specific offence then
I'm not so sure as I'm not sure I agree with the jury's decision.
Mole wrote:
It's no good having a "points" offence because it might not be the driver that does it. It's all very well saying the driver is responsible for what happens in his or her car, and for minors in the car, I have some sympathy with that argument) but considering the driver can't be responsible for (say) seat belt wearing by other adult passengers, why should this be any different?
This isn't all on the driver, if a passenger opens a door and breaks the law it's them that's liable, not the driver, although this would be interesting in the case of a minor as you say as they can't break the law really.
I've not suggested points on the drivers license.
Although when I drive I do take responsibility to tell passengers to be careful when getting out, and look out for them, I feel it's my duty.