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Florida Booster Seat Laws & Requirements (2026)

Florida law is weaker than best-practice guidance: children age 5 and under must use an approved child restraint device.

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FieldFlorida snapshot
Age requirementChildren 5 and younger must use a crash-tested, federally approved child restraint device.
Height requirementNo booster-specific height threshold in the main child-restraint statute.
Weight requirementNo booster-specific weight threshold in the main child-restraint statute.
Fine / penaltyStatutory penalty is a $60 fine plus 3 points unless the court withholds points after an approved safety program.
Last checked2026-07-23
Verification levelOfficial state source verified
Ages 0-3Separate carrier or integrated child seat
Ages 4-5Carrier, integrated child seat, or booster seat
Age 6+Seat belt requirement applies, but safety guidance may still call for a booster
Fine$60 and 3 points, subject to court/safety-program provisions

Sources

Law and source links

Agency source: https://www.flhsmv.gov/safety-center/child-safety/safety-belts-child-restraints/

Statute/source text: Florida Statute 316.613

Safety guidance

Even when Florida 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

See when children typically start and stop using boosters.

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