New Hampshire Unique State Laws

New Hampshire is the only US state where which group of occupants is NOT legally required to wear a seatbelt?

By DMV Master Editorial Team Updated Verified against RSA §265:107-a
A

Children under 12.

Minors are required to wear restraints.

B

Drivers and passengers aged 18 and older.

Correct answer

C

Rear-seat passengers only.

The exemption is age-based, not seat-based.

D

Commercial drivers.

Commercial drivers are covered by federal seatbelt rules.

Detailed Explanation

New Hampshire — the "Live Free or Die" state — is the only US state without an adult (18+) seatbelt law. Everyone under 18 must still be restrained, and commercial drivers are covered by federal FMCSA rules. Despite no adult mandate, seatbelts remain strongly recommended and questions about the law appear on the NH exam.

Source: RSA §265:107-a

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