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Police that collect more in fees and fines are less effective at solving crime

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Re: Police that collect more in fees and fines are less effective at solving crime

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That happens either way, the discussion is about having an effective fine to discourage people and crediting the person's social security account clearly doesn't do that.

I don't think you actually understand how the social security program works.

Just saying someone doesn't understand something because they disagree with your idea is not a constructive argument.

You pay in monthly based on income up to a maximum amount. If you say a speeding fine just counts towards my monthly contribution and is deducted from what I have to pay anyway why not speed?

Re: Police that collect more in fees and fines are less effective at solving crime

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Earlier quoted context omitted.

I don't think you actually understand how the social security program works.

Just saying someone doesn't understand something because they disagree with your idea is not a constructive argument. You pay in monthly based on income up to a maximum amount. If you say a speeding fine just counts towards my monthly contribution and is deducted from what I have to pay anyway why not speed?

Ah misunderstanding, idea is paying the fine wouldn't effect normal FICA contributions. So a $100 ticket means your out $100 now with the small consultation that you might get it back in 30-40 years via a slightly higher SS check.
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