Traffic Tech: Primary Laws and Fine Levels Are Associated with Increases in Seat Belt Use, 1997\u20132008

6881348822010PDFBriefRestraint systemsSeat beltsFines (Penalties)Federal lawsState lawsTables (Data)Traffic safetyClick it or ticketSeat belt useUnited StatesUnited States. Department of Transportation. National Highway Traffic Safety AdministrationUnited States. Department of Transportation. National Highway Traffic Safety AdministrationNTL-SAFETY AND SECURITY-AccidentsNTL-SAFETY AND SECURITY-Human FactorsNTL-SAFETY AND SECURITY-Highway SafetyNTL-SAFETY AND SECURITY-SAFETY AND SECURITYNTL-REFERENCES AND DIRECTORIES-StatisticsNTL-LAWS AND REGULATIONS-Federal LawsNTL-LAWS AND REGULATIONS-LAWS AND REGULATIONSNTL-LAWS AND REGULATIONS-State Laws and RegulationsBTS Data DirectoryIncreasing fine levels is a strategy that has potential to further raise seat belt use, in addition to primary law upgrades and high-visibility enforcement. Although the regression analyses did not find a statistically significant effect associated with media, the public needs to be aware of laws and fine changes before compliance is likely. Publicizing fine increases is essential for maximizing their effectiveness.85