Tustin, CA

What is the law regarding child safety seats?

Children must be properly restrained in a child safety seat or booster seat until they are at least eight years of age, per California Vehicle Code section 27360(a).
Older children must ride properly restrained in a booster seat or properly-fitted safety belt, per California Vehicle Code section 27360(a).
Children must never ride in the front seat of a vehicle with an active airbag.
Studies have shown that the back seat is the safest place for children.
Effective January 1, 2017 - Children under 2 years of age shall ride in a rear-facing car seat unless the child weighs 40 or more pounds or is 40 or more inches tall. The child shall be secured in a manner that complies with the height and weight limits specified by the manufacturer of the car seat.

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Police - Seat Belts

1. What is the law regarding seat belts?: All occupants of a motor vehicle must wear a seat belt per California Vehicle Code section 27315.

Children must be properly restrained in a child safety seat or booster seat until they are at least eight years of age, per California Vehicle Code section 27360(a).
Older children must ride properly restrained in a booster seat or properly-fitted safety belt, per California Vehicle Code section 27360(a).
Children must never ride in the front seat of a vehicle with an active airbag.
Studies have shown that the back seat is the safest place for children.
Effective January 1, 2017 - Children under 2 years of age shall ride in a rear-facing car seat unless the child weighs 40 or more pounds or is 40 or more inches tall. The child shall be secured in a manner that complies with the height and weight limits specified by the manufacturer of the car seat.