Child Passenger Safety Laws: California

Child Restraint Required

Under 2 yrs or under 40 pounds or 40” in rear-facing car seat, following manufacturer instructions and in a back seat

Under 8 yrs or under 57" tall in child safety seat or booster seat in the back seat, following manufacturer instructions 

Adult Safety Belt Permissible

Under 16 yrs properly restrained, including a seat belt

State
California
Issue
Child Passenger Safety
Determinations
Child Restraint Required

Under 2 yrs or under 40 pounds or 40” in rear-facing car seat, following manufacturer instructions and in a back seat

Under 8 yrs or under 57" tall in child safety seat or booster seat in the back seat, following manufacturer instructions 

Adult Safety Belt Permissible

Under 16 yrs properly restrained, including a seat belt