it makes it a primary offense for a seat belt violation, meaning a law enforcement officer can pull you over without witnessing another violation.

The law requires all drivers and front seat passengers to wear a seat belt when a vehicle is in motion. But are passengers required to wear one if they are in a back seat?

The answer depends on your age.

Florida seat belt law requirements

State law requires that all occupants under the age of 18 wear a seat belt regardless of where they are seated in a vehicle. However, adults in the back seat are not required to wear a seat belt, although they are still recommended for safety.

Florida law states that it is unlawful to operate a motor vehicle "unless each passenger and the operator of the vehicle or autocycle under the age of 18 years are r

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