That’s an interesting theory. My experience tends to say otherwise, at least where Australia is concerned.
My Paternal Grandfather was a consciencious objector and paid the fine every time. They never missed a year of that… you’re signed up to the electoral roll when you turn 18 and there are stiff penalties if you fail to sign up… as another friend of mine found out when the policemen came knocking at his door.
Eh, even in the countries where it’s mandatory, it’s often so little enforced that the question is still meaningful.
That’s an interesting theory. My experience tends to say otherwise, at least where Australia is concerned.
My Paternal Grandfather was a consciencious objector and paid the fine every time. They never missed a year of that… you’re signed up to the electoral roll when you turn 18 and there are stiff penalties if you fail to sign up… as another friend of mine found out when the policemen came knocking at his door.
Seems like it’s interesting in both cases, but well worth delineating!