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In response to "ST Poll. LA City Council considering $50,000 jackpot to encourage people to vote. Question:" by con_carne

i can't really see a problem, doesn't Australia fine you if you don't vote?

Posted by Andie Aug 15 '14, 12:25

both are monetary persuasions.

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I find myself leaning toward this option. And also for forgetting e-voting and sticking with paper ballots. -- nm - Beryllium Aug 15, 12:37
Yes - though the fine is only $120ish and it's rarely enforced. -- nm - Roger More Aug 15, 12:26 3
- interesting - under what circumstances *do* they enforce it? -- nm - Andie Aug 15, 12:32 2
  - I expect if the non-voter is being a jerk about it. Let me see. -- nm - Roger More Aug 15, 12:33 1
    - OK, so what happens is that if you don't vote you're sent a letter asking "why not?" - Roger More Aug 15, 12:38

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