04/11/2026
Seatbelts only work when they fit right.
Before your child moves out of a booster, check for proper seatbelt fit:
✔️ Lap belt lies low across the upper thighs (not the stomach)
✔️ Shoulder belt crosses the middle of the chest and shoulder (not the neck or face)
✔️ Child can sit all the way back against the seat
✔️ Knees bend naturally at the edge of the seat
✔️ They can stay seated like this for the entire ride
If not—it's not time yet. Booster seats help get the right fit for growing bodies.
Still not sure? Find a local child passenger safety technician who can help you figure out what the best choice for your child is when it comes to riding in the car. You can search for a local technician at bit.ly/SafeKidsTechSearch or by searching buckleup.tamu.edu to find a local car seat fitting station with child passenger safety technicians on staff.