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Massachusetts Car Seat Laws (2021): Current Laws & Safety Resources for Parents

January 15, 2021 by Sam Webster Leave a Comment

Did you know that in 2015, 5,291 children were involved in fatal crashes in the USA, and 18% of them were unrestrained? Your children are dependent on you for providing safety on the road. Please follow state laws to ensure your child’s safety.

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Massachusetts Car Seat Law
Massachusetts Infant/Toddler Car Seat Law
Child Booster Seat Laws in Massachusetts
When Can My Child Sit in the Front Seat in Massachusetts?
Leaving Child in Car Law in Massachusetts
Is it Illegal to Smoke in a Car with a Child in Massachusetts?
Taxi Car Seat Law in Massachusetts
Places to Get Car Seat Help in Massachusetts
Good Car Seat Videos for Bay Stater Parents
Resources for More Info on Massachusetts Car Seat Safety

Massachusetts Car Seat Law

Laws in Massachusetts require every child under the age of 8 traveling in a child restraint system. According to the Section 7AA:

“A passenger in a motor vehicle on anyway who is under the age of 8 shall be fastened and secured by a child passenger restraint, unless such passenger measures more than 57 inches in height. The child passenger restraint shall be properly fastened and secured according to the manufacturer's instructions.” (Source)

Not following the child restraint law in Massachusetts is punishable by $25.

Massachusetts Infant/Toddler Car Seat Law

Children who are under the age of 4 and less than 40 pounds must ride in a seat that is designed for their age. These seats can include infant-only seats, rear-facing seats, or forward-facing seats.

Child Booster Seat Laws in Massachusetts

After the age of 4, when children reach 40 pounds, they can use booster seats. Booster seats can be used until the child is within the safety limit of the seat. Massachusetts law says children can use stop using booster seats after the age of 8. It is recommended by experts to use booster seats until the age of 13.

When Can My Child Sit in the Front Seat in Massachusetts?

Although no age is mentioned in the law, the Massachusetts government recommends that your child use front seat after they have turned 13.

Leaving Child in Car Law in Massachusetts

The law is not very clear about leaving children in the car. 606 CMR 7.13(3)(j) is for daycare providers and it says “a child must never be left unattended in a vehicle” (Source) It is not clear if the law applies to private vehicles too.

Is it Illegal to Smoke in a Car with a Child in Massachusetts?

Massachusetts is trying to make it a criminal act to smoke in a car with child passenger. As for now, it is not illegal.

Taxi Car Seat Law in Massachusetts

Child restraint laws do not apply to taxi drivers in Massachusetts.

Places to Get Car Seat Help in Massachusetts

  • Find a car seat inspection site near you
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  • Schedule A Car Seat Check in City of Boston
  • Marlborough Child Safety Seat Installation
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  • Call Action Ambulance Service Inc. at 413.441.1381 
  • Abington Fire Department ​Child Safety Seats
  • Contact Paul from Aquinnah Police Department
  • Beverly Fire Department @ (978) 927-2300
  • Andover Police Department @ 978-475-0411 X 4010

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Resources for More Info on Massachusetts Car Seat Safety

  • Frequently asked questions about car seats
  • Child Passenger Safety - Massachusetts Police Department
  • Important tips on car seats
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  • Car Seat Guide from American Automobile Association
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  • Safe Kids World wide’s Ultimate car Seat guide
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  • Why Use Rear-facing Car Seats?
Sam Webster

With two kids of my own, I’m passionate about child safety! I’m a research nerd who’s on a mission to make the world a safer place for kids – starting with car seats!

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