Friday, December 30, 2005

C-U-IN-CRT - COURTS COULD CHASE CRIMINALS BY TEXT / GNN, 29 Dec 2005

http://www.gnn.gov.uk/Content/Detail.asp?ReleaseID=183110&NewsAreaID=2
"Magistrates' courts across England and Wales could soon text fine evaders demanding they pay up, after the initiative was successfully used in the Midlands recently.
Courts are also looking at sending automated reminders by text, email or phone to fine evaders, offenders who don't do their community service and those who fail to attend court. The planned new offensive would ensure offenders comply with orders of the court, and provide an additional enforcement tool when they ignore their legal obligation. "