Child Restraint Required
Under 2 yrs and under 40 pounds or 40” in rear-facing car seat, following manufacturer instructions and in a back seat
Under 8 yrs or under 57" tall in child safety seat or booster seat in the back seat, following manufacturer instructions
Adult Safety Belt Permissible
Under 16 yrs properly restrained, including a seat belt
State
California
Issue
Child Passenger Safety
Determinations
Child Restraint Required
Under 2 yrs and under 40 pounds or 40” in rear-facing car seat, following manufacturer instructions and in a back seat
Under 8 yrs or under 57" tall in child safety seat or booster seat in the back seat, following manufacturer instructions
Adult Safety Belt Permissible
Under 16 yrs properly restrained, including a seat belt