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NYS child restraint vehicle law is changed

 

NEW YORK STATE'S "NEW" CHILD RESTRAINT LAW is effective November 24, 2009

All children must be restrained in an appropriate child restraint system while riding in a motor vehicle until they reach their 8th birthday. An appropriate child restraint system is one that meets the child's size and weight recommended by the manufacturer.The safety belt in your vehicle is not designed for children. A booster seat raises your child up so that the safety belt fits your child correctly and provides better protection.

For more information see the SafeNY website that includes the brochure New York State's Occupant Restraint Law with quick tips about the new child passenger restraint law.