May children under 12 years of age travel in the front seats of a car?
Traffic safety: Transported persons and cargo
Explanation
Children under 12 years old can travel in the front seats of a car, but they must meet certain safety conditions.
- If the child is less than 135 centimeters tall, it is mandatory to use a child restraint system appropriate for their height and weight. These systems are specifically designed to protect children in the event of an accident and must be correctly installed in the vehicle.
- If the child is 135 centimeters or taller, they can use the vehicle's seat belt, as long as it fits their body correctly.
Additionally, there are specific situations where children can travel in the front seat, such as when the vehicle does not have rear seats, all rear seats are occupied by other children, or it is not possible to install child restraint systems in the rear seats. In these cases, it is crucial to ensure that the child is properly secured with the appropriate safety system.
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