Children under age 2 AND weighing less than 30 pounds must be secured in a rear-facing child safety seat that is equipped with a five-point harness.

Children between ages 2 - 4 and weighing up to 40 pounds must be secured in a child safety seat equipped with a five-point harness, either rear-facing (up to the height and weight limits of the seat) or forward-facing. 

Children between ages 4 - 8 and less than 57 inches tall (4’9”) must be secured in a forward-facing seat equipped with a five-point harness (up to the height and weight limits of the seat) or in a booster seat. 

Children ages 8 - 17 must use the vehicle seat belt. The safest place for children under 13 is in the back seat. 

It’s important that child car seats are installed properly. Please contact your local police department or fire department to ensure proper installation.