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Wyoming Booster Seat Laws & Requirements (2026)

8 yrs or under in rear seat if available

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Field	Wyoming snapshot
Age requirement	8 yrs or under in rear seat if available
Height requirement	No height threshold listed in GHSA summary.
Weight requirement	No weight threshold listed in GHSA summary.
Fine / penalty	Verify fine with state source; GHSA notes first-offense fines vary by state.
Last checked	GHSA reviewed by SHSOs June 2025; extracted 2026-07-23
Verification level	Index source; official state verification pending
Child restraint required	8 yrs or under in rear seat if available
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Verification level	Index 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 Wyoming 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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Forward-facing guide

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