Seat Belt Ticket Fines by State
Seat belt fines range from about $10 to $200 by state. Here is what a no-belt ticket costs.
Seat belt fines range from about $10 to $200 by state. Here is what a no-belt ticket costs.
Fines for not wearing a seat belt are modest but real: about $10-$30 in many states, $50-$135 in others, and up to $200 in Texas. Court costs can add to the total, and some states add points.
The fine is small next to the medical cost of a crash injury. See the state chart for the fine where you live.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a no-seat-belt ticket?
Typically $10-$200 depending on the state, plus court costs.
Do seat belt tickets add points?
In some states yes; in others the fine is the only consequence.
Is the fine higher for rear passengers?
Usually the same, but where the rear seat is exempt, no ticket applies to rear adults at all.