"Dave Stadt" wrote in message
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This kind of BS is shortsighted as it breeds contempt for the law and
the
whole legal process. These same people probably complain about how
there
is
such lack of respect these days for their authority.

It is done to raise revenue. Several municipalities, including the city of
chicago, have been very up front in saying so.



Ah, yes. Chicago as an example of fine moral leadership.