Why do people not obey seat belts?

The people sitting in the rear do not have to wear seatbelts according to the law. During accidents, the rear passengers hit the front seat or passengers sitting in front and can cause extreme or even fatal injuries.

What is the problem with seat belt?

A malfunctioning seat belt can put drivers and passengers at risk of a serious injury or death. Vehicles may have defective safety restraints, manufacturing defects, or faulty designs.

Is it better to wear a seatbelt or not?

Among drivers and front-seat passengers, seat belts reduce the risk of death by 45\%, and cut the risk of serious injury by 50\%. Seat belts prevent drivers and passengers from being ejected during a crash. People not wearing a seat belt are 30 times more likely to be ejected from a vehicle during a crash.

Does India have seatbelts?

In India, all cars manufactured after March 25, 1994, are equipped with front seat belts. The rule was extended for rear seats in 2002. The usage of seat belts is to be implemented by the respective states, with most states making seat belt usage for front seat passengers mandatory in 2002.

Why do Indians not wear seatbelts?

First of all, in case of emergency, passengers need to get off a bus as fast as possible. With seatbelts on, they’ll waste precious time on unbuckling them. Secondly, a bus is a big and heavy vehicle. On the road, there are not many other members of the traffic that weigh more than a publicbus.

Do seat belts do more harm than good?

When improperly used, they may do more harm than good. The truth is, seat belts can reduce serious crash-related injuries and death by about half, according to the CDC. Seat belts save lives. In fact, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that since 1975, seat belts have saved nearly 300,000 lives!

Do seatbelts ever fail?

Alarmingly, it is not uncommon for seat belts to fail. According to the NHTSA, approximately 3 million injuries and 40 thousand fatalities are reported each year from seat belts that fail to perform as expected during motor vehicle collisions.

What are the consequences of not wearing a seat belt?

Not wearing a seat belt creates increased risk of injury, increased risk of expensive medical bills, and increased risk of legal liability. It is a bad practice to engage in, and to pass along to any child. Whatever temporary discomfort a safety belt provides is not worth the risks or the costs.

What is the fine for not wearing a seat belt?

Under Texas seat belt laws, the fines for not wearing a seat belt depend on the age of the passenger. If the passenger is over 17 and in the front seat of a vehicle without a belt on, the fine can be anywhere from $25 to $50. If the passenger is under 17 and riding without a seatbelt, the fine is much higher: $100-200.

Do seat belts really save lives?

Seat Belts Save Lives. The law requires that all vehicle occupants wear an appropriate seat belt. Wearing seat belts reduces the risk of death in motor vehicle crashes by up to 45\%. Seat belts prevent 99\% of occupants being ejected in a crash.

Why is it illegal to not wear a seatbelt?

Healthcare is a taxpayer expense (yes, even in America), so you are imposing fees on others by not wearing a seatbelt. So, legally, because you can actually hurt others by not wearing a seat belt. In actuality, its because you become an additional expense to taxpayers by not wearing your seat belt.