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Seat belts are the single most effective traffic safety device for preventing death and injury in motor vehicle crashes. In addition, unlike many other traffic behaviors, the decision to use a seat belt is made by nearly every motorist each time they ride in a motor vehicle. Understand why seat belts are important and learn what you can do to make sure you and your loved ones are properly buckled up every time.
A Properly Installed Car Seat Can Save Your Child’s Life
Utah’s Law to Save Lives
The Law: All passengers must wear seat belts and children up to age 8 must be properly restrained in a car or booster seat.
Remember, seat belts save lives. If you or anyone in your vehicle aren’t properly restrained, you can be issued a $45 citation.
For specifics on the law and exceptions, view the Utah Criminal and Traffic Code, Motor Vehicle Safety Belt Usage Act (Part 18, 41-6a-1803).