What is the general seat belt requirement for drivers, front seat passengers, and children in New York?

• A. All occupants should wear seat belts; children must be in appropriate restraints or booster seats as required.
• B. Only drivers must wear seat belts.
• C. Seat belts required only on highways.
• D. Children are exempt if in back seat.

Answer: (D)

In New York, every person in the vehicle must wear a seat belt when one is available. That means the driver, front-seat passenger, and anyone in the back seat all have to buckle up. There’s no exemption for back-seat riders. In addition, children must be properly restrained: younger children ride in an appropriate child safety seat or booster, and older children use a seat belt correctly, with a booster used until the belt fits properly. These rules are in place to protect young passengers in crashes and apply to all seating positions.