How old does a child have to be to sit in the front seat in California?

How old does a child have to be to sit in the front seat in California?

eight years old
Riding in the Back Seat is a Requirement Legally, children can’t sit in the front seat until they are eight years old, but even then it isn’t advisable. If there is an airbag in the front passenger seat, it is never legal to have a rear-facing car seat in the front seat.

When can my child ride without a booster seat?

Legally, your child must be in an approved child restraint until they’re seven years old, but to reduce the risk of injury it’s recommended they remain in a booster seat until they can safely fit a vehicle seat and seat belt. Many children need a booster until they’re around 12 years old.

How much do you have to weigh to sit in the front?

at least 9 years of age. 4 feet 9 inches in height. 80 lb in weight.

How much do you have to weigh to sit in the front seat California?

(V.C. 27360) All children under age 8 must be properly buckled into a safety seat or booster in the back seat. Exceptions: A child who weighs more than 40 pounds and is riding in a car without lap and shoulder belts in the back seat may wear just a lap belt.

Does my 7 year old need a car seat?

California’s Occupant Protection Law Children under the age of 8 are required to be secured in a car or booster seat. Children who are 8 years old OR at least 4’9” may be secured by a booster seat, but at minimum wear a seat belt.

What is a backless booster seat?

Backless Boosters These are specialized cushions children sit on. The booster raises the child up off the vehicle seat, leading to a better seat belt fit. Backless boosters all have seat belt guides which keep the seat belt over the correct place on the child’s body.

Where can I get information about car seat safety in California?

SAFE KIDS Coalitions and Chapters – educational materials, car seat distribution programs, child safety seat installation, and CPS training. California Highway Patrol Area Offices – Locations that provide information and car seat inspection services.

Where can I get my child safety seats checked?

A child safety seat inspection station is the most common place consumers can go to get their child safety seats checked. This means that trained technicians (who complete a standardized AAA-certified course) are on hand to inspect and correct the installation of child safety seats.

Is Your Child Ready for a booster seat in California?

California law does not address graduation time from a five point harness to a booster seat. In the interest of safety, do not rush to move a child into a booster seat before they’re ready. Each time you “graduate” your child to the next seat, there’s a reduction in the level of protection for your child.

Where can I find a child passenger safety technician in California?

There are many nationally certified child passenger safety technicians throughout California. Check with your local CHP office or local health department to find a technician or “fitting station” near you. You can also log on to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) website to find a fitting station.