MYTH 2

Wearing a seat belt is a personal decision that doesn't affect anyone else.

FACT

Not wearing a seat belt can certainly affect your family and loved ones. It can affect other motorists since wearing a seat belt can help you avoid losing control of your vehicle in a crash. It's also the Law; Federal regulations require commercial vehicle drivers to buckle up. State law requires all drivers and most passengers to be buckled up. Safety belts are a driver’s last line of defense in a crash.