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Belts or Else
Belts or Else
Not wearing a seatbelt is a primary traffic offense in Florida. A seat belt can save your life. Buckle up or pay the price.
Since 2004 in Hillsborough
County:
More than 160 people chose NOT to wear a seat belt and died in crashes.
Florida Statute Chapter
316.614
“Florida Safety Belt Law’’
It is unlawful for any person:
- To operate a motor vehicle in this state unless each passenger and the operator of the vehicle under the age of 18 years are restrained by a safety belt or by a child restraint device pursuant to s. 316.613, if applicable; or
- To operate a motor vehicle in this state unless the person is restrained by a safety belt.
- It is unlawful for any person 18 years of age or older to be a passenger in the front seat of a motor vehicle unless such person is restrained by a safety belt when the vehicle is in motion.
- The fine is $30*.
*The Hillsborough County Clerk of the Circuit Court adds fees of $71 to each citation. Total fine: $101
For more information on traffic safety, teen driver tips or safety belt usage, contact our Crime Prevention Bureau at (813) 247-8115 or visit www.hcso.tampa.fl.us
Remember,
It’s BELTS OR ELSE!
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