Can a 7 year old sit in the front seat act?
They must also be restrained in an approved, correctly fitted child restraint. 7+ year olds can sit in the front seat however it is recommended that children are at least 12 years of age and meet the 5-step test and the front seat should be moved as far back as possible (to be away from the airbag and dash)
How tall should a child be to sit in the front seat?
Typical Regulations. States that use height as a requirement for sitting in the front seat most often specify 4 feet, 9 inches, as the minimum suggested front-seat height. No child under the age of 13 should sit in the front seat, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Can children sit in the front seat of a car?
If a child restraint is not available, children under 3 years must travel in the rear, but may be unrestrained. Children 3 years and over, up to 135cm tall must sit in the rear and use an adult seat belt. Children aged 12 years or more, or over 135cm tall, may travel the front, but must wear the seat belt.
Should a child sit in the front seat of a car?
We strongly recommend that children sit in the back and remain rear-facing for as long as possible to minimise the risk of injury. However, you are allowed to have them in the front if you use a child seat and follow these safety precautions: Rear-facing child seat – you are required to deactivate all front airbags.
Can a child sit in the front seat in Georgia?
The Laws. Although Georgia law doesn’t require it, safety officials encourage all children under the age of 13 to sit in the car’s rear seats. The only time a child under eight could be in the front passenger seat is if the back seats are occupied and the proper child safety seat is installed in the front seat.
What is the legal age for car seats in Georgia?
According to Georgia State Law, all children under the age of 8 years old must be in either a car seat or a booster seat suitable for their age and height.
How old does a child have to be to ride front seat?
A common question we get from people is how old a child has to be before he or she can ride in the front seat of a vehicle. It is a great question. We will lay out the key Georgia laws on child passenger safety. Under Georgia law, ALL children under the age of eight are required to be in an appropriate child passenger safety or booster seat.
What are the car seat laws for my child?
To keep your kids as safe as possible, you will need car seats that exceed the law’s minimum requirements. All children under the age of eight must be in an appropriate safety restraint for their height and weight. All children under the age of eight and shorter than 4’9” must be in the back seat of the vehicle (exceptions below).