Virginia Has Enacted A Backseat Passenger Law - Here's What That Means
It's undeniable that seat belts save lives, and Virginia enacted a law on July 1 that affects anyone riding in the back seat of a car in the state.
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It's undeniable that seat belts save lives, and Virginia enacted a law on July 1 that affects anyone riding in the back seat of a car in the state.
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