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Can you stop a vehicle for a child restraint violation?

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Final answer:

Child restraint violations are not typically enforced by immediately stopping the vehicle, like other violations or crimes. The police may take note of the violation and take appropriate action afterward.

Step-by-step explanation:

According to the Terry v. Ohio case, police can stop a person if they have a reasonable suspicion that the person has committed or is about to commit a crime. However, a child restraint violation is not a crime that would warrant a vehicle being stopped by the police. Child restraint violations are typically enforced through other means, such as issuing citations or fines after the fact.

Therefore, in the case of a child restraint violation, the police would not stop a vehicle immediately like they would for a red light violation or suspected criminal activity. However, they may take note of the violation and take appropriate action afterward.

It's important to follow child restraint laws to ensure the safety of children in vehicles and to avoid potential legal consequences.