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Child Safety Laws In Your State

Child Passenger Safety Laws

When is a child restraint required?

  • Under 2 years, unless reached the weight or height limit set by manufacturer, in a rear-facing system
  • 2 - 4 years, unless reached the weight or height limit set by manufacturer, in forward-facing restraint
  • 5-7 years, unless reached height of 4 feet 9 inches, in a belt-positioning child booster

What is the maximum fine for a first car seat violation?

  • $10.00

When must a child sit in the rear seat?

  • 12 years and younger must be in the rear seat if available

Seat Belt Laws

When can a child start using a seat belt?

  • 8-15 years or 57 inches or taller

Who is covered by the seat belt law?

  • Riders 16 and over

In what seats does the seat belt law apply?

  • Front only

What is the maximum fine for a first seat belt violation?

  • $25.00

Heatstroke

Does law give immunity to person rescuing child in hot car?

No