OPP issue 1773 seatbelt violations over Canada Day period

OPP officers were out across Ontario leading up to and during CanadaDay enforcing safety equipment laws that keep everyone safe. A summary of charges laid between June 27 and July 6 in OPP jurisdictions includes 1,773 seatbelt violations; 121 lifejacket infractions and 41 helmet-related charges.  These numbers are more than statistics. They’re reminders of the risks that come with poor choices behind the wheel or on the water. OPP wishes to thank everyone who made safety a priority by using lifesaving equipment and celebrating responsibly.