1. What is the minimum age required for children to ride in a booster seat in New Jersey?

The minimum age required for children to ride in a booster seat in New Jersey is 4 years old.

2. Does New Jersey require children to be in rear-facing car seats until a certain age?

Yes, New Jersey requires children to ride in a rear-facing car seat until they reach the age of 2.

3. What type of car seat is required for newborns and infants in New Jersey?

In New Jersey, all infants and children must be properly restrained in a federally-approved car seat that is appropriate for their age, weight, and height. For newborns and infants (under 2 years old), this means a rear-facing car seat.

4. Does New Jersey have a law requiring children to ride in the back seat of a vehicle?

Yes, New Jersey has a law requiring children under the age of 8 to ride in the back seat of a vehicle, unless they are using an approved child restraint system.

5. How many passengers does New Jersey permit to ride in the back seat with a child who is using a safety seat?

New Jersey law requires children to ride in an approved car seat or booster seat until they are 8 years old. For safety, one child is allowed to ride in the back seat with a child who is using a safety seat, provided the child is at least 4 years old and the size of the car allows it.

6. Does New Jersey have any restrictions regarding the use of cell phones by drivers with passengers under the age of 18?

Yes. New Jersey law prohibits drivers under the age of 21 from using a cell phone while driving with passengers under the age of 18. This law applies to all types of phones, including hands-free devices.

7. Does New Jersey have laws that address the use of child restraint systems in taxicabs and other for-hire vehicles?

Yes, New Jersey does have laws that address the use of child restraint systems in taxicabs and other for-hire vehicles. According to New Jersey law (N.J.S.A. 39:3-76.2a), all taxicabs and other for-hire vehicles must be equipped with a child restraint system that meets the requirements of the Motor Vehicle and Traffic Safety Act (N.J.S.A. 39:3-76.2). The law also requires that the driver of the vehicle ensure that all occupants under the age of 8 are properly secured in a federally approved child restraint system.

8. Are lap and shoulder belts required for all passengers in vehicles registered in New Jersey?

Yes, all passengers in vehicles registered in New Jersey are required to wear lap and shoulder belts.

9. Does New Jersey impose any restrictions on the use of rear-facing car seats on airplanes?

No, New Jersey does not impose any restrictions on the use of rear-facing car seats on airplanes. The FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) states that children under the age of two can travel in either a rear-facing or forward-facing car seat, and that it is the responsibility of the parent or guardian to ensure that their child is in an appropriate restraint system that has been certified for use on aircraft.

10. Does New Jersey have any laws that prohibit drivers from smoking in vehicles with passengers under the age of 18?

Yes, New Jersey does have a law that prohibits drivers from smoking in vehicles with passengers under the age of 18. The law, which took effect in October 2020, makes it illegal for anyone to smoke cigarettes, cigars, pipes, or other smoking products while transporting any person under the age of 18 in a motor vehicle.

11. Are there any laws in New Jersey that apply specifically to booster seat requirements?

Yes, there are laws in New Jersey regarding booster seat requirements. According to the New Jersey Department of Law & Public Safety, all children under 8 years of age must use a booster seat when riding in a motor vehicle. The booster seat must be used with both a lap and shoulder belt system. Furthermore, the booster seat must be approved by the Department of Transportation and be used according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

12. Does New Jersey allow for children under a certain age to be secured with a lap belt only?

No, New Jersey law requires that all children under 8 years old, or under 57 inches tall must be restrained in a proper child safety seat in the backseat of the vehicle.

13. Which type of vehicles are exempt from child restraint laws in New Jersey?

In New Jersey, children under 8 years old must be restrained in an appropriate child safety seat, booster seat, or safety belt. Taxis and limousines are exempt from this law.

14. Are there any laws in New Jersey that allow for exceptions to certain child restraint requirements for pregnant women?

No, there are no laws in New Jersey that allow for exceptions to certain child restraint requirements for pregnant women. All passengers in a motor vehicle must be properly secured with a seat belt or child restraint system. Pregnant women must also abide by this law.

15. What are the penalties associated with violating child passenger safety laws in New Jersey?

In New Jersey, the penalty for a first offense of violating the Child Passenger Safety Seat Law is a fine of up to $50 and/or up to 15 days in jail. A subsequent violation within 3 years of the first offense carries a fine of up to $100 and/or up to 15 days in jail.

16. Are there any restrictions regarding children riding in the front seat of a vehicle in New Jersey?

Yes, children in New Jersey must ride in a rear-facing car seat until they are two years old. Children between the ages of 2 and 8 must use a forward-facing car seat unless they are 4’9″ or taller. Children between the ages of 8 and 17 must use a booster seat. All children under the age of 8 must ride in the back seat.

17. Does New Jersey require the use of child safety seats at all times or just when certain criteria are met?

New Jersey requires the use of child safety seats at all times for children up to 8 years old, unless they weigh more than 80 pounds or are more than 57 inches tall.

18. Is it legal to transport an unrestrained pet when transporting children in a vehicle registered in New Jersey?

No, it is not legal to transport an unrestrained pet when transporting children in a vehicle registered in New Jersey. All passengers of a motor vehicle, including pets, must be properly restrained while in the car.

19. What kind of child safety seats must be used when traveling on buses operating within New Jersey?

According to the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission, “Child safety seats must be used when traveling on buses operating within New Jersey and must be appropriate for the child’s size and weight. The seats must be secured to the bus seat or floor as required by the manufacturer.”

20. Is there a law in New Jersey that requires all children riding in school buses to use booster seats or other child safety restraints?

No, there is not a law in New Jersey that requires all children riding in school buses to use booster seats or other child safety restraints. However, some school districts may have policies in place to require the use of booster seats or other child safety restraints.