Greensboro Seatbelt Tickets Are For Everyone

Chad D. GarrettFounding attorney · Criminal Defense, DWI and Traffic Law

Updated October 1, 20241 min read

Greensboro police officers may charge everyone in the car, including back seat passengers for seatbelt violations.

However, they cannot stop a vehicle based on the failure of a backseat occupant to have on their seatbelt.

This is very important piece of knowledge, as everything from a Greensboro DWI stop to felony cases may be suppressed if law enforcement violates this statute.

If you have questions about seatbelt tickets, traffic stops, DWI motions, or even felony cases, call the trial attorneys at Garrett Walker Aycoth and Olson today.

We are here to help!

Founding attorney

Chad D. Garrett

Criminal Defense, DWI and Traffic Law

Chad practices criminal defense, DWI and traffic law in Guilford County and across North Carolina. He is the author of ABC's of Traffic Law, ABC's of DWI and DWI Essentials.

• Continuing Legal Education Instructor of the Year, North Carolina Bar Association
• Former President, Greensboro Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
• Board Member, Criminal Justice Section, North Carolina Bar Association

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This article explains North Carolina law in general terms. It is not legal advice about your case, and laws, penalties and court procedures change. Contact an attorney about your specific situation.