학술논문

Fatigue and the Criminal Law
Document Type
Journal Article
Source
Industrial Health. 2005, 43(1):63
Subject
Criminal law
Fatigue
Motor vehicles
Voluntariness
Language
English
ISSN
0019-8366
1880-8026
Abstract
Fatigue is an increasingly recognised risk factor for transportation accidents. In light of this, there is the question of whether driving whilst fatigued should be a criminal offence. This paper discusses the current legal position, including the problems of voluntary conduct and self awareness. Three models for reform are proposed. The manner in which scientific research can inform legal consideration and future directions for research are discussed.