Re: Identity Cards
Think it is a good idea, this idea has been bandied about for some time now. The powers that be in this country would probably make a mess of it, with excessive red tape and paperwork. I believe they have an ID card system in the States, but don't really know how it works. When I was in Sardinia, a couple of years ago, the local police used to stop people at random and ask to see their drivers licenses or passports. Luckily I was staying with a mate and she warned me, but I had to have my passport with me all the time.
In theory, an ID card could cut down on fraudulent crime, but ID's are easily faked and criminals always find a way. I think it would be good for reducing the sale of alcohol / fireworks etc to the underaged, if they had to produce a photo ID.
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