Louisiana SB55 clarifies the proper way to wear a safety belt in vehicles.
Louisiana SB55 amends existing law to clarify that drivers must wear safety belts across both the lap and shoulder as designed, not behind the body or under the arm. This applies to passenger cars, vans, sports utility vehicles, and trucks weighing up to 26,000 pounds. The law does not apply to vehicles manufactured before January 1, 1981. The changes take effect on August 1, 2026.
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