You cost money the day you are born. Immediately tied to the system. Age 12 and up should have an ID card with them at all times (renews every five year I think, we have to pay for that ofcourse).
I've been thinking a lot about how to obtain true freedom in this day and age. I'm not sure if that is even possible.
I suspect it won't be long before most countries will require you to carry an ID card. Like Nazi Germany, "papiere!"