SB 256 - Dolan, Jon
Allows primary enforcement of the seat belt law
Bill Details
Sponsor
LR Number
1302S.01I
Title
SB 256
House Handler
N/A
Journal Page
N/A
Effective Date
August 28, 2005
Committee
Current Status
Bill Combined w/(SCS/SBs 221, 250, & 256)
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Amendments
No amendments available
CURRENT BILL SUMMARY
SB 256 - This act permits a law enforcement officer to enforce the seat belt law if the violation is clearly visible to the officer without stopping the vehicle. The act provides noncompliance with the seat belt law shall not constitute probable cause for a search of the driver, passenger, or vehicle (Section 307.178).
STEPHEN WITTE