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HB 751 Original 2016 Regular Session Leger
Abstract: Increases fines for violations of the compulsory seat belt law.
Present law provides that upon conviction of a first offense, the fine shall be $25, including all costs
of court.
Proposed law increases the fine from $25 to $50.
Present law provides that upon conviction of a second offense, the fine shall be $50, including all
costs of court.
Proposed law increases the fine from $50 to $75.
Present law provides that upon conviction of a third offense and any subsequent offense, the fine
shall be $50, plus all costs of court.
Proposed law increases the fine from $50 to $75.
(Amends R.S. 32:295.1(G)(1))