FL Child Seat Law

[plutospup]

What is the Florida law regarding the necessity of a child safety seat in a car? Does a 5 yr old "legally" need a child safety seat?

 

[CarolMN]

This link from the Florida Department of Transportation Safety website will answer your question:

http://www11.myflorida.com/safety/HighwaySafetyGrantProgram/hsgp/HSGPAreas_OccupantFAQ.htm#Florida

 

[Chip 'n Dale Express]

I'm not sure about child seats or whatnot... but PLEASE make sure everyone is buckled up. I can't tell you how many people I see who are not wearing thier seatbelt... even worse, little kids. The other day, I saw a little kid, and a few teens in the bed of a small pickup. Real bright. Even worse, a kid, 5 years old maybe, in the back seat of the parents sedan, standing on the seat, with his head sticking out the window like a puppy dog. *sigh*

 

[plutospup]

Thanx CarolMN for the link. The child safety seat laws are different throughout the nation. Pennsylvania just changed their law so ALL children 8yrs and under must ride in a safety seat.

Tyler, I couldn't agree more! Everyone, please wear your seat belt. My county coroner friend is involved with too many bodies that didn't wear their seatbelt.

 

[CarolMN]

Originally posted by Chip 'n Dale Express
....(snip).... The other day, I saw a little kid, and a few teens in the bed of a small pickup. Real bright. Even worse, a kid, 5 years old maybe, in the back seat of the parents sedan, standing on the seat, with his head sticking out the window like a puppy dog. *sigh*

That's just awful! My former boss lost his little 5 year old nephew because he was riding in the back of a pick up. Why oh why are some people so STUPID!!! I would much rather listen to my child scream or have a tantrum than go to his/her funeral!