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

January 15, 2021 by Sam Webster Leave a Comment

Did you know that by Nov 2019 there had been 41 fatalities on Vermont roads?  

You can significantly reduce the chance of injuries or worse for your children by using proper car seat belt restraint. And good news! We’ve got important information on this page to help you do just that…

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Vermont Car Seat Law
Vermont Infant/Toddler Car Seat Law
Vermont Rear-facing/Forward-facing Car Seat Law
Child Booster Seat Laws in Vermont
When Can My Child Sit in the Front Seat in Vermont?
Leaving Child in Car Law in Vermont
Is it Illegal to Smoke in a Car with a Child in Vermont?
Taxi Car Seat Law in Vermont
Vermont Law Car Seat - Replacement After Accident
Places to Get Car Seat Help in Vermont
Good Car Seat Videos for Vermonter Parents
Resources for More Info on Car Seat Safety in Vermont

Vermont Car Seat Law

According to § 1258 of Child restraint systems:

“No person shall operate a motor vehicle, other than a type I school bus, in this State upon a public highway unless every occupant under age 18 is properly restrained in a federally approved child passenger restraining system.”

There is a fine of $25 for the first offense, $50 for the second offense, and $100 for the third offense.

Vermont Infant/Toddler Car Seat Law

Under the law, from birth to 12 months, children must travel in a rear-seat or infant-only seat when they weigh less than 20 pounds.

Vermont Rear-facing/Forward-facing Car Seat Law

When a child reaches the age of 1, according to law, they must be secured in a car seat system that is appropriate for their age. This system can be a rear-facing or a forward-facing system. Every car seat manufacturer has instructions on whether a particular seat is a fit for a given age and weight.

Child Booster Seat Laws in Vermont

Vermont law says that children age 8 up to 18 can travel in a car seat belt or booster seat, whichever fits them better.

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

Vermont law says that you can’t place a rear-facing seat in the front. There is no age mentioned in the law but experts recommend that you should keep your child in the back seat for as long as they are using a car seat. They also prescribe the age of 13 for a child to move to the front seat.

Leaving Child in Car Law in Vermont

There are currently no laws in Vermont.

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

It is illegal to smoke in a vehicle when a child is present in the car.

Taxi Car Seat Law in Vermont

§ 1258 of Child restraint systems states that only type I school buses are exempt from this law. Therefore, taxis are required to follow these laws.

Vermont Law Car Seat - Replacement After Accident

There is no particular law that deals with car seat replacement after being in a crash. NHTSA recommends that you replace your car seat every 6 years and if you have been in a major crash.

Places to Get Car Seat Help in Vermont

Here are some resources that can help you with the car seat inspection and provide you further help.

  • List of Car Seat Fitting Stations in Vermont
  • CPS Technician Search: Find a CPS Technician
  • NHTSA car seat inspection Center
  • Safe Kids Vermont Inspection Stations
  • Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles Fitting Station
  • City of Rutland Child Safety Seat Inspection Station
  • Town of Fairfax Child Safety Seat Fitting Station
  • Town of Essex Car Seat Inspections
  • Colchester Police Department Car Seat Inspection
  • Bennington Rescue Squad Car Seat Safety
  • Williston Fire Department Child Car Seat Safety Checks 

Good Car Seat Videos for Vermonter Parents

The Michele and Brooke Ice Story

Car Seat save lives

How to secure your car seat

Is it time to move from a booster to a seat belt?

How to Install a Car Seat

Car seat check: An easy guide

Child Passenger Safety - 5 Step Test

The Inch Test

It's time we all get it right

When a Child Can Move Out of a Booster Seat

  • When to Change Your Child’s Car Seat

Resources for More Info on Car Seat Safety in Vermont

  • EMS and Injury Prevention Center Child Passenger Safety
  • Department of Motor Vehicles Child Passenger Safety
  • Vermont Department of Health Frequently Asked Questions
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  • ​Booster Seat Installation Checklist
  • Safe Travels: Car Seat Safety for Children & Infants
  • 8 Things You Didn't Know About Your Child's Car Seat
  • Center for Disease Control and Prevention Child Passenger Safety
  • Safe Kids World Wide Ultimate car Seat guide
  • American Automobile Association Car Seat Guide
  • American Academy of Pediatrics Car Seat Recommendations
  • NHTSA Car Seat Recommendations
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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