Alabama Child Restraint Law – Safe Home Alabama

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February 1st, 2018

SECTION 32-5-222 OF THE ALABAMA CODE

At least 1 yr or 20 lbs. – rear facing infant or rear facing convertible seat
At least 5 yrs or 40 lbs. – forward facing convertible or forward facing car seat
Until age 6 – booster seat
Until age 15 years – seat belt
$25 with no court costs. (May differ locally)
One Point against license, two points per each repeat offense.
Charges dismissed upon proof of acquisition of seat. (May differ locally)

A portion of the fine to be used to provide vouchers for child restraints to low income families.