Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office reports results of ‘Click It or Ticket’ seat belt, car seat enforcement
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office reported the results Thursday of its recent participation in the national Click It or Ticket seat belt and car seat enforcement campaign, during which deputies made dozens of traffic stops, issued tickets and warnings and made three arrests.
The initiative that ran from January 26 through February 8 focused on encouraging drivers and passengers to buckle up when hitting the road ,and on sharing important tips for properly securing child car seats.
During the campaign, deputies conducted 51 traffic stops as part of the enforcement. Here's the breakdown:
- 51 Traffic Stops
- 7 seatbelt violations cited
- 12 additional citations issued
- 30 warnings given
- 3 arrests made
While most drivers were following the law, the agency said that "these numbers serve as an important reminder that seat belts save lives."
Sheriff Ty Rupert says the goal of these campaigns is not just to write tickets. It’s about educating drivers and reminding them of the importance of seat belts for their safety.
“Wearing a seat belt and properly securing children in car seats are two of the easiest things you can do to prevent tragedy," Rupert said. "We appreciate everyone who makes safety a priority every time they get behind the wheel."
DCSO says, "Buckling up is the simplest and most effective way to protect yourself and your loved ones in a crash."
For more information on how to properly secure child car seats in your vehicle, you can check out the resources on the sheriff's office website, including a downloadable PDF: Car Seats - Deschutes County Sheriff Office Oregon.
