BSGBoosterSeatGuide

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Alaska Booster Seat Laws & Requirements (2026)

Under 1 yr in a rear-facing car seat | Over 1 yr and less than 20 lbs in a rear-facing car seat | 1 yr to under 5 yrs in an appropriate car seat or booster seat | 5 to under 8 yrs and less than 4' 9" (57") tall and less than 65 lbs in an appropriate car seat or booster seat | Drivers must ensure all children under 16 are properly secured in a car seat, booster seat, or seat belt

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FieldAlaska snapshot
Age requirementUnder 1 yr in a rear-facing car seat | Over 1 yr and less than 20 lbs in a rear-facing car seat | 1 yr to under 5 yrs in an appropriate car seat or booster seat | 5 to under 8 yrs and less than 4' 9" (57") tall and less than 65 lbs in an appropriate car seat or booster seat | Drivers must ensure all children under 16 are properly secured in a car seat, booster seat, or seat belt
Height requirementSee child-restraint rule; includes height language where listed.
Weight requirementSee child-restraint rule; includes weight language where listed.
Fine / penaltyVerify fine with state source; GHSA notes first-offense fines vary by state.
Last checkedGHSA reviewed by SHSOs June 2025; extracted 2026-07-23
Verification levelIndex source; official state verification pending
Child restraint requiredUnder 1 yr in a rear-facing car seat | Over 1 yr and less than 20 lbs in a rear-facing car seat | 1 yr to under 5 yrs in an appropriate car seat or booster seat | 5 to under 8 yrs and less than 4' 9" (57") tall and less than 65 lbs in an appropriate car seat or booster seat | Drivers must ensure all children under 16 are properly secured in a car seat, booster seat, or seat belt
Adult safety belt permissible4-7 yrs and 65 lbs or over (or 57" or taller) or 7-15 yrs and under 65 lbs (or below 57")
Verification levelIndex source; official state verification pending

Sources

Law and source links

Index source: https://www.ghsa.org/state-laws-issues/child-passengers

Statute/source text: GHSA child passenger law summary; Safe Kids state law tracker cross-check

Safety guidance

Even when Alaska law allows a seat belt, NHTSA, CDC, and AAP guidance may still recommend a booster until the vehicle belt fits properly.

Requirements guide

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Age guide

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