RPD Reminds Drivers to “Click It or Ticket”

(Robinson) — The Robinson Police Department is reminding drivers to buckle up as part of the national “Click It or Ticket” campaign. This high-visibility seat belt enforcement initiative runs from May 16th to May 27th, coinciding with the Memorial Day holiday. Robinson Police Chief, Chad Weaver, says seat belt use should be an automatic habit for everyone. He says it’s not just safe, it’s the law. During this campaign, law enforcement agencies will be working together to ensure the message reaches all drivers and passengers. Illinois enacted its seat belt law 40 years ago on July 1, 1985, becoming the third state to require seat belt use for drivers and front-seat passengers aged eight and older. Children under eight were required to be secured in appropriate child safety seats. In July 2003, Illinois strengthened the law to allow officers to pull over and ticket drivers solely for failing to buckle up, a change that led to a significant increase in compliance.