At What Age Can Kids Sit in the Front Seat of a Car in Washington?

At What Age Can Kids Sit in the Front Seat of a Car in Washington?

Motor vehicle accidents are a leading cause of death for children in the United States. Car safety seats and seatbelts are effective ways to protect children during car accidents. According to RCW §46.61.687, children under 13 years old are to ride in the back seat positions of a vehicle where it is practical to do so. The law also requires child safety seats as follows: Children under two years old should ride in a rear-facing child safety sea…