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Child car seat laws are changing: here's what you need to know

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  • Video shows one parent's opinion on changes to Michigan car seat laws, and how the Lansing Fire Department plans to help neighbors understand the changes.

A change is coming to our neighborhoods... new car seat laws in Michigan go into effect April 2. Here's what you need to know:

Rear-facing car seat:

  • Required until your child is at least 2 years old, or exceeds height & weight limits

Front-facing car seat:

  • Required until your child is at least 5 years old, or exceeds height and weight limits

Booster seat:

  • Required until your child is at least 8 years old, or reaches 4'9" height

Back seat:

  • Required until your child is at least 13 years old

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