If a passenger under 16 years of age is not wearing his/her seat belt, who may be cited?
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The driver.
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The passenger.
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The driver and all passenger.
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Explanation
Both the driver and all passengers must wear seat belts when riding in a motor vehicle - it’s the law. If a passenger under 16 is not wearing a seat belt or is not properly restrained in an appropriate child safety seat, the driver is responsible and may be cited for the violation. However, a passenger 16 or older who fails to buckle up can be ticketed and fined.
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