Back seat laws

Namegirl · Sep 14, 2007

Does anyone have a link on which states have back seat laws (requiring children to be in the back)?

Thank you.

bobandjess99 · Sep 14, 2007

Hmm...I don't know if there is any consolidated listing, I would probably just look at each state's law. I would say not very many though, since we all know how very slowly legislatures can move sometimes!
I can say with certainly that IN does not!

Namegirl · Sep 14, 2007

Thanks. I found one website that said 15 states have laws and then it never said which 15! I'll have to do some checking.

all together ooky · Sep 14, 2007

I know WI does (as long as there is a back seat available).

mburks26 · Sep 14, 2007

TX does not have a backseat law, any one can ride in front but its not recommend for under age 12. If under 5 years old and under 36 inches mush use sometype of safety seats including booseter once 5 years old or 36 inches which ever comes first may use seat belts. I know you wanted the states that do but this way you can elimate TX.

Dillipop · Sep 15, 2007

Looks like RI has a backseat law for those under 7, which is when children legally need a booster. After that, it is not required. There is an exemption if there is no backseat or too many kids to fit in the rear of the vehicle.

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