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Exemptions


Exemptions from seat belt wearing
There is a specific exemption from seat belt wearing on medical grounds. There are some other exemptions, for example when reversing.
If you think you should not wear a seat belt on medical grounds, please consult your doctor. He/she will decide and, if warranted, will issue you a formal "Certificate of Exemption from Compulsory Seat Belt Wearing". This must be produced if the police ask you for it.
If you are claiming certain benefits you may be entitled to assistance towards the cost of any medical examination for a medical exemption certificate.
For more information on the law on seat belt and child restraint wearing, please contact:
Road Safety Branch
Departmetn of the Environment
10-18 Adelaide Street
Belfast
BT2 8GB
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For more information on the law on seat belt and child restraint wearing, please contact:
  • Road Safety Branch
  • Department of the Environment
  • Clarence Court
  • 10 – 18 Adelaide Street
  • Belfast
  • BT2 8GB
  • Telephone: 028 90540822