Seat belt violation fines vary widely by state. Below are the base fines for adult drivers/front-seat passengers as of 2024. Additional fees, court costs, and surcharges often increase the total substantially.
| State | Fine | State | Fine | State | Fine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $25 | Alaska | $50 | Arizona | $100 |
| Arkansas | $25 | California | $20 | Colorado | $25 |
| Connecticut | $92 | Delaware | $50 | Florida | $116 |
| Georgia | $25 | Hawaii | $100 | Idaho | $65 |
| Illinois | $75 | Indiana | $25 | Iowa | $100 |
| Kansas | $25 | Kentucky | $25 | Louisiana | $50 |
| Maine | $75 | Maryland | $50 | Massachusetts | $50 |
| Michigan | $65 | Minnesota | $25 | Mississippi | $25 |
| Missouri | $25 | Montana | $25 | Nebraska | $50 |
| Nevada | $50 | New Hampshire | $100 | New Jersey | $46 |
| New Mexico | $50 | New York | $50 | North Carolina | $25 |
| North Dakota | $20 | Ohio | $25 | Oklahoma | $50 |
| Oregon | $25 | Pennsylvania | $25 | Rhode Island | $85 |
| South Carolina | $25 | South Dakota | $25 | Tennessee | $25 |
| Texas | $20 | Utah | $45 | Vermont | $25 |
| Virginia | $20 | Washington | $25 | West Virginia | $25 |
| Wisconsin | $25 | Wyoming | $10 |
Fines change; local jurisdictions may add fees. Always check current state DMV/DOT website. This is information, not legal advice.