It will now be illegal for anyone riding in a vehicle in Illinois to not buckle up.
Beginning January 1, a new law takes effect requiring all occupants of a motor vehicle to be properly restrained while the vehicle is in motion. Currently, only the driver and front-seat passengers must wear a seatbelt.
If someone is cited for riding without a seatbelt, a $60 fine will be assessed and if the person is younger than 16 years old, the driver will be responsible for the fine.
Those riding in buses and taxis will be exempt from the new laws.
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