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Originally Posted by dar512
Society feels it has the right to specify the use of seat belts because society also pays a price:
So the argument that society should not intrude because it only affects me is a fallacy.
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That can be used as an argument against anything; people should not be allowed to drink, smoke, ride bicycles, ski, etc. since they are increasing their probability of getting injured by participating in such activities. Since theses injuries cost society more money in health care costs, these activities should be outlawed. If everyone wore helmets while driving, injuries and hospital costs would be reduced. Is this an argument for enforcing such a law?