I think risk assessment plays into this too, seat belts prevent fatalities and extreme injuries, so it may make sense to require them as a minimally intrusive measure that drastically reduces bad outcomes.
You don't have a fundamental right to operate or utilize a motor vehicle improperly. You are free to not wear a seat belt, just don't ride in a car.
>You don't have a fundamental right to operate or utilize a motor vehicle improperly.
You don't have a fundamental right to get shoot up and then send me the bill.
Lets compromise. No more vehicles and no more drugs.
But guns are okay?
What freedom are you losing by wearing a seatbelt?