Drivers are required to wear seat belts:

Unless they are riding in a vehicle built before 1978.
And failure to do so will result in a traffic ticket.
Unless they are driving below the speed limit.
Explanation

Wearing seat belts is the law in California. It is important to wear the seat belt correctly and make sure all passengers are using seat belts or child restraints. Wearing seat belts increase the chance of survival in most types of collisions. If the driver or any passenger is found not wearing a seat belt, they may be cited with a traffic ticket. If the passenger is under 16 years old, the driver may be cited if they are not wearing their seat belt.

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