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CO SB053

Bill

Status

Failed

1/24/2018

Primary Sponsor

Lois Court

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Origin

Senate

2018 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends safety belt requirement to all passengers in motor vehicles, not just front-seat passengers
  • Repeals the requirement that drivers can only be cited for safety belt violations when stopped for other traffic violations
  • Allows law enforcement officers to stop and cite drivers solely for failure to wear a safety belt as a primary offense
  • Applies to both motor vehicles and autocycles equipped with safety belt systems
  • Includes a safety clause declaring the act necessary for preservation of public peace, health, and safety

Legislative Description

Primary Offense For No Safety Belt

Last Action

Senate Committee on State, Veterans, & Military Affairs Postpone Indefinitely

1/24/2018

Committee Referrals

State, Veterans, & Military Affairs1/10/2018

Full Bill Text

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