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FL S0066
Bill
AI Summary
- Increases child restraint requirement age from 5 years to 7 years old, effective January 1, 2014
- Adds height requirement of less than 4 feet 9 inches in addition to age requirement for child restraint device use
- Specifies approved restraint devices include separate carriers, integrated child seats, and booster seats that comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 213
- Allows courts to dismiss first violation charges upon proof that a federally approved child restraint device has been purchased or obtained
- Provides grace period from July 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013 during which law enforcement must issue warnings and educational materials instead of citations for violations under new requirements
Legislative Description
Child Safety Devices in Motor Vehicles
Last Action
Died in Transportation
5/3/2013
Committee Referrals
Transportation12/5/2012
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