Safety lap belts and shoulder harness; admissibility of evidence of nonuse in civil actions. (SB1428)
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Description
Admissibility of evidence of nonuse of safety lap belts and shoulder harness in civil actions. Provides that a violation of certain statutes relating to the installation or use of safety lap belts and shoulderharnesses or the use of child restraint devices may be considered in mitigation of damages of whatever nature, be admissible in evidence, or be the subject of comment by counsel in any action for the recovery of damages arising out of the operation, ownership, or maintenance of a motor vehicle. Amends § 46.2-1092 (“Safety lap belts or a combination of lap belts and shoulder harnesses to be installed in certain motor vehicles.”), § 46.2-1094 (“Occupants of front seats of motor vehicles required to use safety lap belts and shoulder harnesses; penalty.”), § 46.2-1095 (“Child restraint devices required when transporting certain children; safety belts for passengers less than eighteen years old required; penalty.”), of the Code of Virginia. View Full Text »
