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Rhode Island state law requires that your
child ride in a federally approved
car seat or booster seat if he or she is...
Under the age of 7
Under 54 inches in height
Weighs less than 80 pounds
The car seat or booster seat should be
appropriate for the child's age, height and
weight,
and should be used in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
Children under age 7 must always ride in a
rear vehicle seat.
Rhode Island law requires that passengers
not in a car seat or booster use a seat
belt.
The Portsmouth Police Department has
officers who have been certified
in the proper installation of child safety
seats. We can assist Portsmouth
residents
with safety seat installations, and also
check any safety seat you
have already installed.
No appointment is necessary, however we
recommend that you call ahead
to ensure that a certified officer is
available.
Please remember to bring the owner's manual
for the
safety seat and the vehicle. |
