Child Restraint Required
Under 2 years old in rear-facing seat (or until minimum weight requirement reached)
7 yrs or under
Children in rear-facing devices must be in a rear seat if available - otherwise, in front only if front passenger airbag is deactivated
Adult Safety Belt Permissible
8-17 yrs (4-7 yrs with physician's exemption)
State
Virginia
Issue
Child Passenger Safety
Determinations
Child Restraint Required
Under 2 years old in rear-facing seat (or until minimum weight requirement reached)
7 yrs or under
Children in rear-facing devices must be in a rear seat if available - otherwise, in front only if front passenger airbag is deactivated
Adult Safety Belt Permissible
8-17 yrs (4-7 yrs with physician's exemption)