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Originally Posted by old_geezer
I've said it before and I'll say it again - The government has no business or right (IMO) to fine me for not wearing a seatbelt. Great; they can warn me that it's safer with one on and maybe even that they'd like me to wear one, but that's it.
The only person I'm putting at risk is myself - let me make that decision. Screw big overbearing government. If they want to fine everyone for participating in risky ventures how about going into a bar and fining everyone with a beer in their hand? or everyone who's smoking? How about anybody having sex? That can lead to all sorts of deseases.
I could go on and on but the bottom line is I want minimum government interference in my life - not Big Brother looking over my shoulder for "my own good". And FYI I do wear my seatbelt. I just don't think they should be able to fine me if I choose not to. :cuss
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since taxpayers may have to foot your bill for medical costs if you are injured in an accident and unable to provide for your own care or to raise your kids if you die in an accident, they can do whatever is necessary. I want you to wear your seatbelt too, so health care costs go down.