It's been 25 posts... I wonder when the flaming will begin?
Perhaps it's interesting that no one objects to eno's prudent cautionary stance in protection of his children vis a vis the authorities.
I know I did the same with my 5, one of whom was an ardent skater, 2 of whom were fast drivers, 5 of whom tried pot and mushrooms, ......
When authority becomes arbitrary and/or 'zero-tolerant, such discretion in dealing with the state is a key survival tool. I'm sure most parents here follow a similar practice.