Rise In Selfish Mother Parkers Needs Public Participation To Enforce Discipline
We wonder if its time for netcitizens to report bad parking to the relevant authorities where they can directly enforce parking regulations using video and pictures shared?
The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) and relevant town councils are responsible for enforcing parking laws, and netcitizens should report ‘Mother Parkers’ directly to the appropriate channels for them to investigate and take action, according to the PDRM.
But why is it that some drivers park selfishly? Drivers park badly due to various factors including lack of practice, poor driver training, a perceived need to be clear of other vehicles when opening their door, and a lack of consideration for others or the environment.
Meanwhile, illegal parking, in particular, can be driven by limited parking space and a desire to avoid walking far, leading to selfish driving behaviour.
Here’s why:
The PDRM and relevant town council officers have the legal authority and training to enforce parking regulations and issue tickets.
Relying on netcitizens for enforcement could lead to biased or subjective judgments, potentially creating conflict or safety issues.
Better if they can just submit pictures or videos and let the authorities take action. PDRM has established systems for handling complaints and investigations. Delegating enforcement to netcitizens could overwhelm these systems.
While netcitizens can contribute by reporting issues, the responsibility for enforcement should remain with the authorities.
Instead of enforcing parking regulations, netcitizens can contribute by:
Reporting incidents: Use the PDRM’s e-reporting platform to report incidents like illegal parking or parking in designated areas, according to PDRM.
Raising awareness: Share information about parking regulations and the importance of respecting parking rules.
How to report bad parking in Malaysia:
Police:
For incidents requiring immediate police action, you can call the Royal Malaysia Police Control Center at +60 (3) 2266 3333, +60 (3) 2031 9999, or dial 999, according to the Royal Malaysia Police.
Local Authorities:
You can also report illegal parking to your local council or authority. For example, you can contact MBPJ (Petaling Jaya) by email at [email protected] or by calling their 24-hour hotline at 03-79542020.
Picture Credit: Mother Parker Facebook Page
