Tallahassee Police Department Kicks off Click it or Ticket Campaign

By: Tallahassee Police Department Release Email

Posted: Thu 6:48 PM, Feb 28, 2013

Tallahassee Police Department Release

Today, the Tallahassee Police Department will be joining with other law enforcement agencies across Florida in renewing a pledge to save lives by intensifying efforts to enforce seatbelt laws. This enforcement mobilization will run from March 1-March 17, 2013 around the clock.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 25% of all Florida traffic fatalities in 2011 were a result of occupants not wearing their seatbelts. Research shows that lap/shoulder belts, when used properly, reduce the risk of fatal injury.

Florida is a primary seatbelt enforcement state, meaning you can be stopped simply for not wearing your seatbelt. The fine for a seatbelt violation in Leon County is $123.00 and $173.00 for a child seat violation.

Chief Dennis Jones reminds all motorists to buckle up every trip, every time.

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