Connecticut Safety Laws

Below are the most current safety laws for children.

Do not place a rear-facing car seat in the front seat with an active air bag.

Connecticut Child Restraint Law

Effective October 1, 2017

Under 2 years old or weighing less than 30 lbs.

Must ride in a rear-facing car seat.

2 - 5 years old or weighing less than 40 lbs.

Must use a child restraint that has a 5-point harness.

Up to 8 years old and weighing less than 60 lbs.

Must use a booster seat or a 5-point harness.

Older than 8 years old and weighing 60 lbs.

Children older than 8 years old and weighing at least 60 lbs.