Seatbelt Penalties in Ireland

Standard Offenses

OffensePenalty
Driver not wearing seatbeltFine up to €120 + 2 penalty points
Passenger not wearing seatbeltFine up to €60
Child not restrainedFine up to €500 + 2 points for driver
Driver allowing unbelted passengerFine up to €1,000 + 3 points

Notes

  • Penalties higher for professional drivers (bus, truck, taxi).
  • Repeat offenses attract harsher sanctions.
  • Unbelted occupants face greater injury risk and liability in crashes.

Always check RSA.ie or Garda.ie for current rules.

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