child seat laws victoria Page 8

Right, buckle up because the law in Victoria is as strict as a school principal on tuckshop day. Kids under 6 months must be in a rear-facing child restraint. From 6 months to under 4 years, they need a child restraint or booster seat suitable for their size. Children aged 4 to 7 years have to be in an approved booster seat or child restraint. Once they hit 7, it's the wild west—just a seatbelt. Non-compliance can lead to fines and demerit points, so don’t be a muppet. For detailed specs, have a squiz at the VicRoads website or check ServiceCentral for updates.