§ 24-316. Seatbelt use required.

(a)

A driver may not operate a motor vehicle upon a roadway unless each occupant of a designated seating position is wearing a properly adjusted and fastened seatbelt or, if MCA 61-9-420 applies, is properly restrained in a child safety restraint.

(b)

The provisions of this section do not apply to:

(1)

An occupant of a motor vehicle who possesses a written statement from a licensed physician, licensed physician assistant or advanced practice registered nurse that the occupant is unable to wear a seatbelt for medical reasons;

(2)

An occupant of a motor vehicle in which all seatbelts are being used by others;

(3)

An operator of a motorcycle or a motor-driven cycle;

(4)

An occupant of a vehicle licensed as special mobile equipment; or

(5)

An occupant who makes frequent stops with a motor vehicle during official job duties and who may be exempted by the department.

(Ord. No. 135, § 2(10.06.700), 2-28-2013)

State law reference

Similar provisions, MCA 61-13-103.