- Under 2 years or under 30 pounds in rear-facing restraint system
- 2-4 years or 30-40 pounds in a forward or rear-facing child restraint
- 5-7 years or 40-60 pounds in a forward or rear-facing child restraint or a booster seat secured with a lap and shoulder belt
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Connecticut
Child Passenger Safety and Seat Belt Laws
Connecticut

Child Passenger Safety Laws
When is a child restraint required?
What is the maximum fine for a first car seat violation?
- $50.00
When must a child sit in the rear seat?
- No Requirement
Seat Belt Laws
When can a child start using a seat belt?
- 8-15 years and 60 pounds or over
Who is covered by the seat belt law?
- Riders 8 and over
In what seats does the seat belt law apply?
- All
What is the maximum fine for a first seat belt violation?
- $50.00
Heatstroke
Does law give immunity to person rescuing child in hot car?
No