5:43 PM Florida Safety Laws - Cell Phone, Seat Belt, Car Seat, Child Safety Laws in FL at DMV.org: The DMV Made Simple | ||||
The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) has safety laws and guidelines in place to keep drivers and pedestrians safe on the road. Safety laws cover everything from child car seats, seat belts, drunk driving, and helmets. Make sure you follow the rules to keep yourself and others safe, and avoid receiving a fine, license suspension, or even jail time. It is also important to know that, if you receive a citation, additional county penalties may be added on top of state fines. Check with your county clerk for additional fines and fees. It is the responsibility of the supervising adult to ensure that any child under 7 years old is seated in a federally-approved child car seat. Failure to do so could result in a $60 fine and 3 points against your driver's license. Florida law states:
Use the following car seat guidelines from the FLHSMV while driving with a child in your vehicle.
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