HB615 Alabama 2019 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Chris SellsRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2019

Title

Safety belts, increase maximum fine to $100 for drivers under the age of 19 for violating law, Sec. 32-5B-5 am'd.

Summary

HB 615 would raise the maximum fine for safety belt violations to $100 when the car's driver is under 19 years old.

What This Bill Does

If passed, the maximum fine for violating the safety belt law would rise to $100 in cases where the driver is under 19. This applies to any person who violates the belt rule in a vehicle with a driver under 19. The existing rule that belt violations do not serve as probable cause to search the vehicle remains unchanged. The law would take effect on the first day of the third month after it becomes law.

Who It Affects

• Drivers under 19 years old in Alabama — the higher fine applies in cases where the driver is under 19 and someone violates the safety belt rule.
• Other occupants (e.g., passengers) in a vehicle with a driver under 19 — they could face up to a $100 fine for belt violations.

Key Provisions

• Amends Section 32-5B-5 to increase the maximum fine for safety belt violations to $100 when the driver is under 19 years old.
• Keeps the provision that a safety belt violation is not probable cause for searching the vehicle.
• Establishes the effective date: the act becomes law on the first day of the third month after passage and approval.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Motor Vehicles