Increased Seatbelt Enforcement

| 11/5/2012

Starting later this week, several state departments will be putting in additional enforcement efforts to make sure drivers buckle up. From November 9-17, the North Dakota Highway Patrol, North Dakota Sheriff`s Offices and local Police Departments will have additional officers on duty for increased seatbelt enforcement efforts.

"Seat belt use in North Dakota ranks significantly below the national average," stated Mark Nelson, Safety Director. "In 2011, the national average was 84%, while North Dakota`s rate was 76.7%. This simply isn`t safe and it shouldn`t be acceptable to anyone driving, or riding, in our state."

According to the North Dakota Department of Transportation, last year, 69 percent of people killed in motor vehicle crashes were not wearing seatbelts.

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