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How much is a seat belt ticket in Michigan?

I got a ticket for not wearing a seat belt today, but I’m not sure how much the fine will be. How much does a seat belt ticket cost in Michigan?

Liz Jenson · Updated on Oct 13, 2022

Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.

A seatbelt ticket is $65 in Michigan. This includes $25 for court costs and a civil fine, plus another $40 for justice system assessment.

Unlike many other states, Michigan also considers a seat belt violation to be a primary offense, meaning that the police can pull you over and ticket you just for failing to wear a seat belt. If you or any of your passengers fail to properly secure your seat belt, you run the risk of a traffic stop.

Luckily, a seat belt ticket doesn’t add points to your driver’s license, meaning this kind of infraction won’t affect your

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