In this episode, Adelle and Sommer discuss the new car seat laws in Minnesota. They explain that these laws, which have been in legislation for a while, are meant to be best practice laws. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends extended rear-facing for as long as possible, and many other states have already adopted this practice. The new laws in Minnesota require rear-facing until at least two years old, forward-facing with an internal harness until four years old, and a booster seat until nine years old or until the child passes the five-step test. The hosts clarify that while the law is the law, law enforcement officers will likely focus on educating and providing warnings rather than issuing citations for minor violations.

Takeaways

• The new car seat laws in Minnesota require rear-facing until at least ...