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The Eugene Police Department announced an increase in seat belt enforcement ahead of Labor Day, supported by funding from the ODOT

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Eugene, OR – According to the officials, ahead of Labor Day, the Eugene Police Department announced an increase in seat belt enforcement, supported by funding from the Oregon Department of Transportation.

The department’s Traffic Safety Unit emphasized the importance of wearing seat belts and using proper child safety restraints, stressing their lifesaving impact.

Officers planned to issue citations for violations both day and night, reminding the public of the significant safety benefits.

In Eugene, a seat belt violation carries a $150 fine.

The enforcement initiative aimed to encourage compliance and keep the community safe under the well-known campaign slogan, “Click It or Ticket.”

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