At this time every year, police and sheriff’s departments across Georgia increase their enforcement of seat belt usage. The so-called “Click It or Ticket” campaign is around the clock. However, the enforcement steps up at night.
The University of Georgia says 93% of drivers in the state wear seat belts behind the wheel.
“However, we know that number goes down at night,” said Georgia Governor’s office of Highway Safety director Harris Blackwood.
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