Are booster seats by height or weight?
Are booster seats by height or weight? Children at least 4 years of age but less than 7 and who measure less than 4'9? or weigh less than 65 pounds shall use a belt positioning booster seat system meeting applicable federal motor vehicle safety standards.
Can I put my 3 year old in a booster seat?
Children 0 through 3 years or under 40 pounds must use a car seat. Children 4 through 7 years and more than 40 pounds and over 57 inches should use a booster seat. Adult seat belts are allowed at 8 years old.
Are backless booster seats safe?
Yes, backless booster seats are safe. They serve to position your child so they can be protected by a seat belt. Backless booster seats may be as safe as high back boosters, though there aren't many studies comparing the two.
Should my 5 year old be in a car seat or booster?
4 – 7 Years Keep your child in a forward-facing car seat with a harness and tether until he or she reaches the top height or weight limit allowed by your car seat's manufacturer. Once your child outgrows the forward-facing car seat with a harness, it's time to travel in a booster seat, but still in the back seat.