Police Hand Out 50% Off Coupons for Traffic Tickets in Jiangsu City

Police Hand Out 50% Off Coupons for Traffic Tickets in Jiangsu City
Jul 05, 2016 By eChinacities.com

Lianyungang police are offering a 50% off “coupon” for traffic violations. City police have been handing out these coupons since mid-June. The coupons have a brief description of the city’s traffic laws and penalties. For example, pedestrians should not cross low traffic fences and should use crosswalks. Violators will be fined. However, those caught by police can present the coupon for a 50% reduction in their fine.

“This is a fun away to spread information about traffic laws, and makes it easier for everyone to follow the rules. It is more interesting. A lot of people are keeping the coupons,” said a country police officer. Police have issued more than 15,00 coupons.

Many citizens have confirmed that the coupons can actually be used to reduce fines for traffic tickets.

However, some think the new policy is unfair. Mr. Liu said, “If you did not get a leaflet, and have to pay the entire fine, isn’t the unfair?” Others are worried that people will be more casual about following traffic laws when they know their ticket will be discounted. Jiangsu lawyer Yun Gang said even if it is more publicity or to help people, the police are not allowed to take such measures.  

Source: thepaper.cn

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Englteachted

Bribe the officer in order to get the discount.

Jul 06, 2016 10:04 Report Abuse

dom87

in before everyone print by themselves or just get a copy from taobao

Jul 06, 2016 08:50 Report Abuse

Pahionius

There is no jail sentence for rape, dude. Come on, you came here yesterday?

Jul 06, 2016 16:13 Report Abuse