The Minnesota primary seat belt law kicks in Tuesday, meaning drivers can be pulled over simply for not buckling up.

Previously, law enforcement had to have another reason for pulling a motorist over before issuing a seat belt ticket. Austin police chief Paul Philipp said the new law was long overdue.

“I’m pleased that it passed,” he said. “It makes sense to me and I think it’ll save lives.”

The law narrowly passed the Legislature in May and was signed by Gov. Tim Pawlenty.