According to updated laws as of April 2025, children must be secured in a car seat that is appropriate for their weight and height as indicated by the car seat's manufacturer.
Infant to two years: A child must be in a rear-facing car seat until they reach the maximum weight or height allowed by the car seat's manufacturer or the child is 2 years old.
Two to five years: The child can then move into a forward-facing car seat until they reach the maximum weight or height allowed by the car seat's manufacturer or the child is 5 years old.
Five to eight years: The child can then move to a belt-positioning booster seat using a lap and shoulder belt until they are 4' 9" or 8 years old.
All children under thirteen years: Children under the age of 13 must ride in the rear seat of a vehicle, if the vehicle has one available.