QUOTE=RCT;198584]I understand the moral part, but, also have to think about the legal part, remembering also, that the golf cart community is a privilege, that theoretically, can be taken away if there are too many incidents. I personally always say something when I see a young one driving, and if someone is offended, then so be it. I do not want to ever see this aspect of our community in jeopardy just because of a parent or grandparent who doesn't know how to say no to a child. The children in my family know that they ABSOLUTELY WILL NOT be able to drive a golf cart here until they are 15, and won't be able to take it out without a adult with them until they have their legal driving privileges, end of story. These people that feel they are doing a child or grandchild a favor, or giving them a present by allowing this, are misguided, and I will continue to say something and protect my lifestyle here, wether they get mad or not.[/QUOTE]
I still would like to know if these same grandparents would (or do) let them drive their "big" cars. My guess would be no and these people need to realize that the carts are motorized vehicles and not toys! I have heard about the tickets and that the kids can't get their license when they do become of age, but are the grandparents/parents fined? A very hefty fine might well get their attention. The question keeps getting asked everyday why kids are so out of control.....this is a prime example. They are not taught the true meaning of the word "no" nor do they understand authority. Too much of the time they get to make the rules (or lack thereof).
Unfortunately, someone else will get the blame and lawsuits will fly when one of them gets hurt or worse. The kids are not to blame for wanting to drive the carts. The grandparents and parents are.