booster seat age victoria

In Victoria, kids should be in a booster seat once they outgrow their forward-facing child restraint, typically around 4 years old, and must use a booster until they are at least 7 years old. The law aims to keep those little rascals safe and snug in the back seat. Booster seats help position the seatbelt correctly across the child's body, which is crucial for safety.

Remember, after 7 years, children can usually use a regular seatbelt if it fits properly—meaning the lap belt sits low on the hips and the sash crosses the shoulder cleanly. For the nitty-gritty details, check VicRoads or ServiceCentral.