HB 1200 -- Seat Belts

Sponsor:  Schaaf

This bill makes changes to the laws regarding seat belts.

Currently, law enforcement officers cannot stop, inspect, or
detain any person solely because he or she fails to wear a
properly adjusted and fastened seat belt.  The bill authorizes
law enforcement officers to enforce the wearing of seat belts if
a violation is clearly visible to the officer without stopping a
person's vehicle.

Drivers who violate the bill can be assessed a fine of $25.
Currently, the fine cannot exceed $10.

Missouri House of Representatives
92nd General Assembly, 2nd Regular Session
Last Updated September 23, 2004 at 11:14 am