After October 1, 2005 children must ride in a proper child restraint until they are over 6 years of age and 60 pounds! (Both the age and weight requirements must be met.) After children outgrow their car seat, they must ride in a booster seat using a lap and shoulder belt.

The law also now requires that infants remain rear-facing until they are 1 year of age and 20 pounds!

Violators will be fined and required to attend a car seat education class.
For More Information Call:

• CT Department of Transportation (860) 594 - 2173
• CT Department of Public Health (860) 509 - 7791