NORTHERN IRELAND DRIVING OFFENCE

Passenger Not Wearing a Seat Belt in Northern Ireland

Passengers aged 14 and over are generally responsible for wearing an available seat belt themselves.

PASSENGERS

Responsibility from age 14

For passengers aged 14 and over, NI guidance says it is their own responsibility to wear an available seat belt.

FINE

Fine of up to £500

A passenger may receive a fine of up to £500.

POINTS

Two penalty points can be awarded

Official NI guidance states that a passenger can be awarded two penalty points.

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