Indiana Seatbelts & Child Safety

Under Indiana law, a child must ride in a child safety seat or booster seat until they are:

By DMV Master Editorial Team Updated Verified against Ind. Code §9-19-11-2
A

Age 4.

IN requires safety seats beyond age 4.

B

Age 8.

Correct answer

C

Age 12.

By age 12, a regular seatbelt suffices.

D

There is no Indiana law.

Indiana has a specific child-seat law.

Detailed Explanation

Indiana requires children under age 8 to be secured in a child safety seat or booster seat appropriate for their age, height, and weight. From age 8 until 16, a standard seat belt is required. Violations carry fines and are a primary offense — officers can stop drivers for the violation alone.

Source: Ind. Code §9-19-11-2

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