Nevada Booster Seat Law  
Give'Em A Boost! Nevada is a partnership of organizations
helping to increase public awareness of Nevada's new booster seat law.
Safety Tips:  Child Safety Seat Info
Proper Child Safety Seat Use
Children Age 12 and Under in Back!
INFANTS
Weight: Birth to 1 year (at least 20-22) lbs.
Type of Seat: Infant only or rear-facing convertible
Seat Position: Rear-facing only
Always make sure: Children to one year and at least 20 lbs. in rear-facing seats

Harness straps at or below shoulder level
 
TODDLER
Weight: Over 1 year and (Over 20 lbs.-40 lbs)
Type of Seat: Convertible / Forward-facing
Seat Position: Forward-facing
Always Make Sure: Harness straps should be at or above shoulders

Most seats require top slot for forward-facing
   
YOUNG CHILDREN
Weight: Over 40 lbs.
Ages 4-8, unless 4'9''.
Type of Seat: Belt positioning booster seat
Seat Position: Forward-facing
Always Make Sure: Belt positioning booster seats must be used with both lap and shoulder belt.

Make sure the lap belt fits low and tight across the lap/upper thigh area and the shoulder belt fits snug crossing the chest and shoulder to avoid abdominal injuries.
   
Safe Passage
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What You Need To Know
Proper Selection and Use of Child Restraints
 
  Seat Belt Positioning
  • Knees bend naturally over seat edge.
     
  • Child sits comfortably without slouching.
     
  • Child sits up straight against the seat back.
     
  • Shoulder belt fits snugly against chest between neck and shoulder.
     
  • Lap belt fits snugly and low over hips.
     
  Safety Tips
  • All kids under 12 ride buckled up in the backseat.
   
  • Kids less than 40 pounds ride in child safety seats.
     
  • Kids over 40 pounds and under 4 feet 9 inches ride in booster seats.
     
  • Always use both the lap and shoulder belts with a booster
     
  • Never put the shoulder belt behind your back or under your arm.
     
  • Listen for the click. Be sure everyone is buckled up on every ride.

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