MO HB2170

Requires children under age 8 to be secured in an appropriate child passenger restraint system or booster seat when riding in a motor vehicle

Mandates children ages 8-15 who are not secured in a child restraint system must wear a safety belt

Updates weight and height requirements for when children can transition from child safety seats to regular seat belts

Establishes penalties for violations, typically classified as a non-moving traffic infraction with associated fines

Provides exemptions for medical conditions with written documentation from a licensed physician