Seat belts are the most effective injury prevention device in a vehicle. They should be worn:
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By the driver and any front-seat passengers under 18.
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By the driver and any passenger under 13.
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By the driver, all front-seat passengers, and back-seat passengers under 18.
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By the driver and all back-seat passengers.
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Explanation
In West Virginia, the law requires that the driver, all passengers in the front seat, and passengers in the back seat under 18 years of age wear seat belts. Wearing seat belts is a simple yet highly effective way to prevent serious injuries or fatalities in the event of a crash. Always buckle up for your safety and to comply with the law.
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