For example, in some jurisdictions, passengers can be cited for:
- Not wearing a seat belt.
- Interfering with the driver's ability to operate the vehicle safely.
- Opening a car door into the path of another vehicle.
- Throwing objects from the vehicle.
- Using a cellular phone while the vehicle is in motion.
In addition, passengers can be held liable for damages caused by their actions if they are found to be negligent. For example, if a passenger causes a driver to lose control of the vehicle, the passenger may be held liable for the resulting injuries and damages.
Therefore, while it is generally the driver who is responsible for traffic violations, passengers can also be cited for certain offenses in some cases.