Seat Belts and Car Seats
C.R.S. 42-4-236 — car seats by age and weight to 9, belts to 18, and no stop for an adult belt alone
| Child | Restraint |
|---|---|
| ChildUnder 2, under 40 pounds | RestraintA rear-facing child restraint, in a rear seat if one is available |
| Child2 to under 4, at least 20 pounds | RestraintA rear or forward-facing child restraint |
| Child4 to under 9, at least 40 pounds | RestraintA child restraint system as the law describes |
| Child9 to under 18 | RestraintA safety belt or child restraint system |
Who handles this in Colorado: legal aid programs and the state offices, listed in the Colorado directory.
A child restraint violation is a class B traffic infraction, and the fine may be waived on proof of getting a child restraint by the court date.
Every driver and front seat passenger wears a fastened safety belt. A violation is a class B traffic infraction.
Not a reason to stop. No driver is cited for the adult safety belt rule unless stopped for another alleged traffic violation.
Sources for this section (2)
- C.R.S. 42-4-236 — Child restraint systems required - definitions - exemptions - penalty
- C.R.S. 42-4-237 — Safety belt systems - mandatory use - exemptions - penalty - definitions
Legal information, not legal advice. Verified as of October 2026. Applying it to a particular situation is the work of a licensed Colorado attorney.