What is the Michigan law for car seats?
Michigan’s Child Passenger Safety Law requires: Children must be properly buckled in a car seat or booster seat until they are 8 years old or 4-feet-9-inches tall. Children must ride in a seat until they reach the age requirement or the height requirement, whichever comes first.
Is it illegal to use an expired car seat in Michigan?
If using the expired car seat results in the child not being properly restrained in accordance with the child restraint manufacturer’s and vehicle manufacturer’s instructions, a Michigan State Police enforcement member may issue a citation for this violation.”
Where is my CPST near me?
Here are a few ways to find a CPST who is local to you:
- Search the Safe Kids Database (note: less information yields more results.
- Visit NHTSA Parents Central: Inspection Station Locator.
- If you are looking for a Canadian technician, you can also search the CPSAC Find a Tech database.
How do I get my free 2021 Michigan Medicaid car seat?
If you are approved for Medicaid, getting a car seat is fairly easy:
- You’ll first need to enroll in a course on how to properly use a car seat for your child.
- Medicaid-approved courses are available online.
- Once you’ve provided proof of completion, Medicaid will provide you with free car seats for your little ones.
When can babies face forward in 2021 in Michigan?
Can he be placed in a forward-facing car seat? Answer: Although Michigan law permits a child to ride forward-facing once they reach 1 year old and 20 pounds, the American Academy of Pediatrics strongly encourages parents to leave babies rear-facing until age 2.
When did car seats become mandatory in Michigan?
By 1985 the first child passenger safety laws were passed. This required children under a certain age to have a car seat when riding in a vehicle. In 1995 LATCH systems were introduced.
When can a child face forward in a car seat in Michigan?
1 year old
Answer: Although Michigan law permits a child to ride forward-facing once they reach 1 year old and 20 pounds, the American Academy of Pediatrics strongly encourages parents to leave babies rear-facing until age 2.
What happens if I use an expired car seat?
Expired car seats may not adequately protect riders in the event of a crash. That’s why the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) urges parents to avoid using car seats that are past their use-by dates, or seats without expiration dates that are more than six years from date of manufacture.
Do carseats expire?
In general, car seats expire between 6 and 10 years from the date of manufacture. They expire for a number of reasons, including wear and tear, changing regulations, recalls, and the limits of manufacturer testing. Let’s take a closer look.
What’s a CPST?
As Child Passenger Safety Technicians, we often have the opportunity to work with parents and caregivers that are excited about car seat safety and interested in becoming CPSTs themselves.
How do I get a free car seat in Michigan?
Speaking of the state of Michigan, you should know that the Michigan State Police Department offers a safe children program where they provide free/booster seats for families and children with lower-income. You can also learn how to ensure your baby in cars and prevent injuries and accidents with CPS technicians.