Child Passenger Safety Laws: Michigan

Child Restraint Required

Under age 8 and under 57" tall

Younger than 2 yrs, unless reached the weight or height limit set by manufacturer, must be in a rear-facing system; 2-4 yrs, unless reached the weight or height limit set by manufacturer, must be in forward-facing restraint; 5-7 yrs, unless reached height of 4 feet 9 inches, must be in a belt-positioning child booster (effective 09/25/24)

Adult Safety Belt Permissible

8-15 yrs or 57" or taller

State
Michigan
Issue
Child Passenger Safety
Determinations
Child Restraint Required

Under age 8 and under 57" tall

Younger than 2 yrs, unless reached the weight or height limit set by manufacturer, must be in a rear-facing system; 2-4 yrs, unless reached the weight or height limit set by manufacturer, must be in forward-facing restraint; 5-7 yrs, unless reached height of 4 feet 9 inches, must be in a belt-positioning child booster (effective 09/25/24)

Adult Safety Belt Permissible

8-15 yrs or 57" or taller