As of October 1, all children in all seat must be buckled at all times. Children under age 5 and less than 40 pounds must ride in a weight-appropriate child safety seat that meets federal motor vehicle safety standards at time of purchase. If the vehicle is equipped with an active front passenger-side airbag, children must be secured in the back seat. Children under age 16 must ride in an weight-appropriate restraint system no matter where they sit.
Driver is held responsible for proper restraint of children.