For
It pushes families to take education seriously.
Against
It punishes poor families who might already struggle with deeper issues.
Anonymous excerpts, translated where noted.
“I think fining parents is a great idea”
“Yes, because if anyone is responsible for their child's attendance at school, it is the parent.”
“If you just fine parents, you don't give them the tools to help them get their kids re-engaged with school.”
“It depends on the fine and punishment, but in principle I disagree for most cases.”