- (a) A passenger car manufactured or assembled after January 1, 1965, must be equipped with lap belt assemblies for use in the driver's and one other front seat position. A motor vehicle manufactured or assembled after January 1, 1968, except a motorcycle or off-highway vehicle, must be equipped with lap or shoulder belts required by the United States Department of Transportation in effect on the effective date of this section.
- (b) No person may distribute, offer for sale, sell or install a seat belt or shoulder harness for use in a motor vehicle unless the belt or harness meets minimum standards and specifications of the United States Department of Transportation in effect on the effective date of this section.
- (c) A vehicle owner shall maintain belts and assemblies required by this section in good condition.
(Eff. 12/15/61, Register 3; am 8/10/66, Register 22; am 12/31/69, Register 31; am 6/28/79, Register 70)
Authority: AS 28.05.011