The effectiveness of increased police enforcement as a general deterrent.

Author(s)
Watson, R.E.L.
Year
Abstract

The experiment described was directed at seat belt offenders (non- use). It consisted of a media campaign in a first phase, and a second phase of increased enforcement activity by police. Results show that an increased threat of legal punishment, albeit a relatively small fine, reduced the number of customary offenders by a half.

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Library number
B 28991 fo /83 / IRRD 811843
Source

From: Law & Society Review, 20 (1986) No. 2, p. 293- 299, 3 ref.

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