With a new year comes New Laws. One of the big changes this year is the new car seat law. I know this law went into effect in CA on January 1, 2012.
When I did a google search for the new law only California was popping up. It could have gone into effect in other states, but I didn’t find any info. Please correct me if I am wrong.
While I don’t live in CA anymore, it’s still a great idea to follow this law. I am the type of parent who would rather play it safe then sorry.
The new law states that: children under the age of eight (8) or under four (4) feet, nine (9) inches tall must be properly secured in the rear seat of a vehicle with child passenger restraint system. You can read more about the law and exclusions HERE.
This is also being backed my the American Academy of Pediatrics.
I know this law is in effect in CA. I am unsure about any other states. I will be following this and I am in Colorado. It’s always better to make sure out little ones are SAFE.
Safe Driving!
melissa
Thursday 5th of January 2012
Thank you so much for all the informative information. Safety is key when dealing with kids!
Robyn Galloway
Wednesday 4th of January 2012
I meant too old, not 2 old :)
Robyn Galloway
Wednesday 4th of January 2012
I still put my almost 7 yr olds in a booster seat and I get flack for it all the time that they are 2 old for that now. But I would also rather play it safe than sorry!
Jennifer
Wednesday 4th of January 2012
Thanks so much for the information! I just found out from my pediatrition that babies have to remain backwards in an infant seat until the age of 2 now! (it used to be 1) Not sure if this is just my state law or everywhere!