Car seat safety series: Rear-facing child safety seat law.
Did you know? New legislation in PA requires children under 2 to be buckled into an approved, rear-facing child safety seat in the back seat as long as the child has not outgrown the seat manufacturer’s weight limits.
No matter your child’s age, always follow these car seat safety standards outlined by the State Department of Transportation:
- Select a car seat based on your child’s age and size
- Choose a seat that fits in your vehicle
- Refer to your specific car seat manufacturer’s instructions
- Read the vehicle owner’s manual on how to install the car seat
- For car seat installation check locations in PA, visit SaferCar.gov
- Keep your child in the backseat at least through age 12
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