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Car crashes are one of the leading causes of injuries and deaths in children between the ages of 1 and 12.
Children under two years old or weighing less than 30 pounds must ride in rear facing car seats.
Children two to five years old or weighing less than 40 pounds must use a child restraint that has a five-point harness.
Children five to eight years old or weighing between 40-60 pounds MUST use a booster seat or a five-point harness.
Children eight years or older and weighing 60 pounds or more can use a safety belt or booster seat.
Children cannot sit in the front seat until they are at least 13 years old. Airbags are a risk to children under 13 during collisions. This recommendation follows guidance from safety experts and the American Academy of Pediatrics.