The topic I chose deals with small crimes. Within these small crimes, I will be discussing traffic violations. The focus of the paper is to analyze the causes that make people receive lengthy/high sentences due to traffic infractions. Additionally, the paper will explain how the cost of traffic tickets lead to the incarceration of people who cannot afford the tickets. Last year, my mother was pulled over by the police; her car tag had expired. Due to my mom not being able to pay a previous outstanding balance on her license, she has a suspended license. They took her into custody after getting that information, and she had to stay in jail until her court date. Also, I am in the process of paying off traffic tickets that I cannot afford myself.
