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New Hampshire: Primary Seatbelt - HB802

There is a bill currently being considered by the New Hampshire Legislature that requires your attention.

This bill would create a primary enforcement seatbelt law in the state, which means that an officer may ticket you solely because you are not wearing your seatbelt. A summary of the bill is below:

HB802: Primary Enforcement Seatbelt Law
This bill requires passenger restraint use by all motor vehicle operators and passengers unless specifically exempt by law.

We need your help. Please take the time to contact your legislators, including the sponsors of this bill, and let them know how you feel. You can find out who they are by clicking here. Some key points to mention regarding seatbelt laws can be found here.


 Posted on March 21, 2007