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New Jersey Driver Education: Passive Safety Devices & Child Restraint Laws

Seat Belt and Safety Restraints Laws

• GDL (Graduated Driver License) Drivers and their passengers MUST be properly restrained with:

  • A seat belt

  • A child safety seat or booster seat

  • This applies to all passengers, regardless of where they are seated in the vehicle.

• Primary Offense:

  • A police officer can pull over the vehicle just for improper restraint (even if there are no other violations).

• Responsibilities:

  • Drivers are responsible for themselves and passengers under age 18.

  • If a passenger under 18 is unrestrained, the driver will get the ticket.

  • Passengers age 18 and older are responsible for themselves, and if they’re unrestrained, they will get the ticket.

• Once Fully Licensed (no longer under GDL):

  • All passengers must be properly restrained, regardless of where they sit (front or back).

  • Primary Offense:

    • If driver or front seat passengers (regardless of age) or passengers under 18 are not properly restrained, the driver gets the ticket.

  • Secondary Offense:

    • If passenger age 18+ is unrestrained in the back seat, and the vehicle is pulled over for a primary offense, the 18+ passenger will get the ticket.

Car Seats & Child Restraint Laws (Effective 9/1/2015)

• General Rules:

  • Always check the manufacturer’s instructions for proper usage.

  • Children are safest in the back seat.

  • Never place a rear-facing car seat in the front passenger seat if the vehicle has an active airbag.

• Child Seat Requirements:

  1. Under Age 2:

     • Rear-facing car seat with a 5-point harness.

     • Child weighs less than 30 lbs.

  2. Under Age 4:

     • Rear-facing or forward-facing car seat with a 5-point harness.

     • Child weighs less than 40 lbs AND is under 57 inches tall.

  3. Under Age 8:

     • Forward-facing car seat with a 5-point harness or a booster seat.

     • Follow manufacturer’s weight and height recommendations.

Summary of Key Points:

• Driver's Responsibility: Ensure all passengers (especially those under 18) are properly restrained.

• Passenger Responsibility (18+): Responsible for their own restraint.

• GDL Restrictions: Drivers under GDL have stricter rules, including being responsible for passengers under 18.

• Child Safety Seats: Follow proper child restraint laws based on age, weight, and height.

Make sure to follow all laws to ensure safety and avoid fines!

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New Jersey Driver Education: Study Guide - Passive Safety Devices & Child Restraint Laws

Seat Belt and Safety Restraint Laws

Q1: Who is responsible for making sure passengers under 18 are properly restrained in a vehicle under GDL (Graduated Driver License) laws?
A1: The driver is responsible for ensuring all passengers under age 18 are properly restrained.

Q2: Can a vehicle be pulled over just for improper seatbelt use?
A2: Yes, improper seatbelt use is a primary offense, and a police officer can pull over the vehicle just for this violation.

Q3: Who gets the ticket if a passenger under 18 is not properly restrained?
A3: The driver will get the ticket if the passenger under 18 is not properly restrained.

Q4: Who is responsible for their own seatbelt use if they are 18 or older?
A4: Passengers 18 years and older are responsible for themselves and will get the ticket if they are not properly restrained.

Q5: After a driver is fully licensed, who must be properly restrained in the vehicle?
A5: All passengers, including those in the back seat, must be properly restrained.

Q6: What happens if a passenger aged 18 or older is not wearing a seatbelt in the back seat?
A6: If a primary offense is committed (such as the driver not wearing a seatbelt), the 18+ passenger in the back seat will be ticketed for not wearing a seatbelt. This is a secondary offense.

Child Safety Seat Requirements (Effective 9/1/2015)

Q7: Where should children be seated for the safest protection in a vehicle?
A7: Children should always be seated in the back seat for maximum safety.

Q8: Is it safe to place a rear-facing car seat in the front passenger seat?
A8: No, never place a rear-facing car seat in the front passenger seat if the vehicle has an active airbag.

Q9: What is the requirement for children under age 2 in New Jersey?
A9: Children under age 2 must be placed in a rear-facing car seat with a 5-point harness if they weigh less than 30 lbs.

Q10: What are the requirements for children under age 4 in New Jersey?
A10: Children under age 4 must use either a rear-facing or forward-facing car seat with a 5-point harness if they weigh less than 40 lbs and are under 57 inches tall.

Q11: What is the requirement for children under age 8 in New Jersey?
A11: Children under age 8 must use a forward-facing car seat with a 5-point harness or a booster seat. Follow the manufacturer's guidelines for weight and height.

Q12: Why is it important to check the manufacturer's instructions for car seats?
A12: It is important to follow the manufacturer's instructions to ensure proper installation and safety, based on the child's weight, height, and age.

Quick Reference

• Driver under GDL is responsible for themselves and passengers under age 18.

• Driver of fully licensed vehicles is responsible for all passengers, regardless of age.

• Primary Offense: Improper seatbelt use (driver or passengers).

• Secondary Offense: Unrestrained 18+ passengers in the back seat.

Child Car Seat Age Requirements:

• Under age 2: Rear-facing car seat, 5-point harness (under 30 lbs).

• Under age 4: Rear or forward-facing car seat, 5-point harness (under 40 lbs and under 57 inches).

• Under age 8: Forward-facing car seat, 5-point harness, or booster seat.

Remember: Follow these laws to ensure the safety of all passengers and avoid fines!

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New Jersey Driver Education: Study Guide - Passive Safety Devices & Child Restraint Laws

Seat Belt and Safety Restraint Laws

Q1: Who is responsible for ensuring all passengers under 18 are properly restrained in a vehicle under GDL (Graduated Driver License) laws?
A1: The driver is responsible for making sure all passengers under age 18 are properly restrained.

Q2: Can a vehicle be pulled over for improper seatbelt use?
A2: Yes, improper seatbelt use is a primary offense, meaning a police officer can pull over the vehicle just for this violation.

Q3: Who gets the ticket if a passenger under 18 is not properly restrained in a vehicle?
A3: The driver will receive the ticket if a passenger under 18 is not properly restrained.

Q4: Who is responsible for their own seatbelt use if they are 18 or older?
A4: Passengers who are 18 years old or older are responsible for themselves. If they are not properly restrained, they will get the ticket.

Q5: What happens once a driver is fully licensed (no longer under GDL)?
A5: Once fully licensed, the driver is responsible for ensuring all passengers are properly restrained, regardless of where they sit in the vehicle.

Q6: Who gets the ticket if the driver or front-seat passengers are unrestrained?
A6: If the driver or front-seat passengers (regardless of age) are unrestrained, the driver will receive the ticket.

Q7: Who gets the ticket if a passenger under 18 is not restrained in the back seat?
A7: If a passenger under age 18 is unrestrained in the back seat, the driver will get the ticket.

Q8: What happens if a passenger aged 18 or older is not wearing a seatbelt in the back seat?
A8: If a passenger aged 18 or older is unrestrained in the back seat, and the vehicle is pulled over for a primary offense (such as the driver not wearing a seatbelt), the 18+ passenger will be ticketed. This is a secondary offense.

Child Safety Seat Requirements (Effective 9/1/2015)

Q9: What is the safest place for children to sit in a vehicle?
A9: Children should always be seated in the back seat for maximum safety.

Q10: Can a rear-facing car seat be placed in the front passenger seat if the vehicle has an active airbag?
A10: No, never place a rear-facing car seat in the front passenger seat if the vehicle has an active airbag. It can be dangerous in the event of a crash.

Q11: What are the requirements for children under age 2 in New Jersey?
A11: Children under age 2 must be placed in a rear-facing car seat with a 5-point harness if they weigh less than 30 lbs.

Q12: What are the requirements for children under age 4 in New Jersey?
A12: Children under age 4 must use either:

• A rear-facing car seat or a forward-facing car seat with a 5-point harness if they weigh less than 40 lbs and are under 57 inches tall.

Q13: What are the requirements for children under age 8 in New Jersey?
A13: Children under age 8 must use:

• A forward-facing car seat with a 5-point harness or a booster seat.

• The child must meet the manufacturer’s weight and height requirements.

Q14: Why is it important to check the manufacturer’s instructions for car seats?
A14: The manufacturer’s instructions provide important details on proper installation and usage, ensuring that the car seat is being used correctly based on the child’s weight, height, and age.

Quick Reference

Seatbelt and Safety Restraints

• Driver's Responsibility (GDL & Fully Licensed):

  • Under GDL: Driver is responsible for themselves and passengers under age 18.

  • Fully Licensed: Driver is responsible for all passengers, regardless of age.

• Primary Offense:

  • Driver or front seat passengers (any age) not properly restrained.

  • Passengers under 18 not properly restrained in any seat.

• Secondary Offense:

  • 18+ passengers unrestrained in the back seat (if a primary offense is already committed).

Child Car Seat Requirements:

• Under Age 2:

  • Rear-facing car seat with a 5-point harness.

  • Weighs less than 30 lbs.

• Under Age 4:

  • Rear-facing or forward-facing car seat with a 5-point harness.

  • Weighs less than 40 lbs and is under 57 inches tall.

• Under Age 8:

  • Forward-facing car seat with a 5-point harness or a booster seat.

  • Follow the manufacturer’s weight and height recommendations.

Key Points to Remember:

• Proper Restraint: All passengers, including those in the back seat, must be properly restrained.

• Responsibility: Drivers are responsible for ensuring all passengers (especially those under 18) are properly restrained.

• Fines for Violations: Fines can be issued for not properly restraining yourself or passengers, especially those under age 18.

• Car Seats: Always use the appropriate car seat based on your child’s age, weight, and height. Rear-facing seats are safest for younger children.