In New Zealand they are trying to pass a bill in parliament to make it illegal to smack your child. I believe this is already in practice in some european countries.
I personally dont agree with it, and dont want to c it introduced, but what will be will be.
There will always be people who carry a harmless smack too far, whether there is a law or not, i think there will be some innocent people made out like criminals if this bill is passed.
I was smacked as a child or given the odd slap as you would call it, i dont think it harmed me, i have given my own children a smack in extreme circumstances, but i tend to choose time out and withdrawing priviliges with them. smacking is not always the answer and nine times out of ten, its done in fustration from the parents.
I feel the government is going a little far, telling parents how they should or should not discipline their children.
I dont know maybe my views are wrong, but thats how i feel on the subject.