Zero tolerance = zero thinking.
When you have rules and regulations governing every little detail in life, then no thought is ever required. Common sense goes out the window.
When this happens, the SPIRIT of the law is ignored.
Often times, the SPIRIT of the law is more important than the letter of the law.
Where in my post did I say I agree with the tight A** cops ticketing the dad? I don't agree with that, a warning would have been more appropriate in this case. Your response is reasonable.
But the family whining about it, and some posters here starting to make a case for them is not appropriate.
If there is one thing I learned so far in life, it's this...if you screw up, take your medicine, learn from it and move on. Don't whine and bit** about it seeking sympathy. That seems to be a lesson this family hasn't learned yet.
Cheers!