I think you’re right on it being a slippery slope. It seems like it can be used on almost anyone going on a walk.
From what I keep seeing, people either leave their key fobs in their car or leave their cars unlocked. This ordinance could’ve been avoided if people locked their cars and kept their keys with them like they should be doing already.
> The first vehicle theft attempt would carry a maximum fine of $1,000 and each subsequent attempt would result in a maximum fine of $2,000 each. The maximum jail time would be 90 days for each attempt.
> The township committee voted unanimously to introduce the ordinance and a final vote is scheduled for Tuesday, Dec. 13.
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I think you’re right on it being a slippery slope. It seems like it can be used on almost anyone going on a walk.
From what I keep seeing, people either leave their key fobs in their car or leave their cars unlocked. This ordinance could’ve been avoided if people locked their cars and kept their keys with them like they should be doing already.