Legal Question in Criminal Law in Ohio
Safety Belts
I would like varification on the Seat belt law. I am a police officer and would like to know if the seat belt is a primary offense or probable cause to stop a motorist just for this offense.
Thanks,
Asked on 5/12/99, 11:14 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
John Kahler
Kahler and Kahler Law Offices
Re: Safety Belts
After reviewing the statute, �4513.263, I don't believe a seatbelt violation can be used to establish probable cause for an arrest or a search. See specifically section D.
Answered on 5/18/99, 9:57 pm
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