Can a New York State law enforcement officer issue a traffic ticket for failure to wear a seat belt?
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Yes, but in New York City only.
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Yes.
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No, unless you are from outside New York State.
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No. The NYS occupant restraint law does not apply to residents.
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Explanation
New York State mandates that adults must wear seat belts in motor vehicles, while children are required to use seat belts, booster seats, or child safety seats. New York operates under a "primary enforcement" law, meaning that law enforcement officers can stop a vehicle solely for a seat belt violation and issue a traffic ticket if they observe that you or any of your passengers are not wearing seat belts. This law applies to all drivers and passengers, including visitors from outside New York State.
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