Yes so true Jens. Here in California it used to be that way, but now I think they can pull you over for that alone. I know 2 people now that have gotten a ticket for not wearing it and it was the only reason they were pulled over. $300 for the ticket. I think it is up to about $350 now. I'm not sure but I think it is also considered part of a moving vioation which does run on a number system but I think it's around 16 points before they take your license away. Serious offense though they take away like drunk driving on first offense.

Smoking is anothe weird law here in California with no teeth. It is a crime for anyone under the age of 18 to get Cigarettes from any known means, BUT if they somehow get the Cigarettes then it's not against the law for them to smoke - can you say DOH!