Ohio "dangerously falls behind" with its traffic safety laws and the annual economic cost associated with motor vehicle collisions is an estimated $10.125 billion. According to a new report issued by Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety, Ohio is lacking the following traffic safety laws:
Primary Enforcement Seat Belt Law (Front & Rear)
All-Rider Motorcycle Helmet Law
Rear-Facing Through Age 2 Law
Booster Seat Law
Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) - Minimum Age 16 for Learner’s Permit
GDL - Stronger Nighttime Restriction
GDL - Age 18 for Unrestricted License
Ignition Interlocks for All Offenders
Open Container Law
All-Driver Text Messaging Restriction (as a primary offense)
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