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A child riding in a motor vehicle shal ride in a car seat until they are 5 years of age OR over 36 inches in heighth. They then have to remain in a seatbelt ANYWHERE IN THE VEHICLE until they are at least 17 years of age. After that they only have to be in a seatbelt if they are in the FRONT seats of a vehicle.
The child must be in a child seat if younger than 8, unless taller than 4 feet 9 inches.
Texas Transportation Code § 545.412.
(as amended by the 81st Leg. Regular Session, effective September 1, 2009)
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When can a child sit with out a car seat in Texas?
In Texas, a child can legally sit without a car seat once they reach 8 years old or at least 4 feet 9 inches tall. It is recommended to follow safety guidelines and use a booster seat until the seat belt fits properly without it.
What are Florida's car seat laws?
The car seat laws differ from state to state. In the state of Florida, any child under the age of 5 must be in a car seat. For specifics, visit the Florida DMV website.
Are there changes in the baby car seat laws?
Baby car seat laws have not recently changed. They have become standardized due to significant research. A new car dealership should have information on them.
What are the newest car seat laws?
The newest car seat laws are to always wear your seatbelt because if you crash, then you are safely protected and remained seated otherwise you will be thrown.
What are minnesota's laws about using car seats in pick-up trucks?
Ideally, the car seat will be in the back seat of a car. In a pick up truck, the car seat can legally be in the front seat. However, the car seat cannot be installed in a seat that has an active air bag.
What are the US laws on child car seats?
Your child must be at least 60lbs to not be in a car seat and 70 pounds to be in the front seat. under age 7,must be in car seat
What year did seatbelt laws start in Texas?
The Texas Legislature approved the mandatory seat belt law in May of 1985.
Is it illegal in Texas to watch videos in your car in the driver seat?
yes it is
How old do children have to be to ride in the front seat of a car in Texas?
12
Are there any special laws or requirements to get car insurance in Texas?
As far as I know, there are no special laws or requirements to get car insurance in Texas. I do know that you need to search about this, but to drive a car you must have insurance.
What are the car seat travel laws?
Yes, car seat laws do vary state to state. Make sure you research the laws in any of the states you might want to visit in order to comply with the law. Better to be safe than sorry.
What age for a front seat passenger in the state of Texas?
Children under 12-years of age must be restrained in the back seat of a car in the State of Texas.
