Pediatric car seat rules

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  • Rear Facing
    • >=2 years, OR
    • Maximum weight for car seat (~40-65lbs)
  • Forward facing
    • >= 4 years, OR
    • Maximum weight for car seat (~65-80lbs)
  • Booster & rear seat
    • >=4'9" height, OR
    • 8-12 years
  • Front seat
    • >=13 years

Pediatric car seat rules[1]

Age Type of Car Seat Position Comments
<2 years old Infant-only or convertible car seat Back seat, rear-facing If child height or weight > seat limit, go to next weight up
2-8 years old Convertible or combination car seat Back seat, forward-facing If child height or weight > seat limit, go to next weight up
8-12 years old Booster seat Back seat If child height or weight > seat limit (usually 4' 9"), go to next weight up
12-13 years old Lap and shoulder seat belt Front or back seat

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