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philamac said:I don't have a problem with that, especially given the number of disqualified/uninsured drivers and drivers who have never passed a test. But if I'm walking down the street going about my business then I would be worried if the police or a private security guard or sny government employee was able to ask me for ID without a really really good reason. I would be afraid that if this ID card is produced it will not just be policemen who will be able to ask me to produce it on demand.rangers62 said:What if a police officer stops you driving your vehicle and requires you to produce the same documents. No accident, no offence, no explanation required why you were stopped. Does that sound reasonable?
Quote; "The police do not need any reason to stop any person driving, attempting to drive or in charge of a motor vehicle on a road for a routine check. The police can then require that you provide your name, date of birth, driving licence and insurance details. Failure to comply with any of these requirements is an offence."
That I think is the crux of the matter. I'm not being contentious merely for it's sake, but, how many people are 'walking down the street' who are actually intent on causing you and yours harm? I don't mean on a global scale, terrorism etc.. Would ID cards be an asset for law enforcement? Probably. An asset for governments keeping an eye on you? I don't think people (law abiding ones) are scrutinised as much as they think.
Just because you're paranoid doesn't mean they're NOT out to get you. :lol: