I got in a terrible car accident in 2010, and I wasn't wearing a seatbelt. I've worn one religiously ever since, and I refuse to let anyone ride in my vehicle unless they have one on too.

There are only a few different exemptions from wearing a seatbelt in Texas. Do you know them all? Take a gander at the article below to find out what they are.

6 Exemptions For Wearing a Seat Belt in Texas

Wearing a seat belt in Texas is the law but there are 6 exemptions to the law.

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