State v. Eckblad
Washington Supreme Court
1Opinion of the CourtChambers, J.
We must decide whether RCW 46.61.688 is unconstitutionally void for vagueness. Washington’s seat belt law is hardly a model of clarity; however, we conclude that the statute is not facially void, and Trevor Eckblad does not establish it is void as applied to the facts of his case.
BACKGROUND
Washington State has required most drivers and passengers of motor vehicles to wear seat belts since 1986. Former RCW 46.61.688 (1986). Recently, the State has intensified its efforts to increase seat belt use, and the failure to wear one is now a primary offense. RCW 46.61.688. While drivers and passengers…
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