Change To IL Child Passenger Protection Act: Sheriff's Office

KENDALL COUNTY, IL — The Kendall County Sheriff’s Office reminds citizens of a law change effective Jan. 1. That's when Illinois Child Passenger Protection Act will require motorists traveling on Illinois roadways to secure children under the age of 2 years old in a rear-facing child restraint system (HB 4377), according to the Kendall County Sheriff's Office. The law's other requirements, exemptions and penalties are detailed below, thanks to the sheriff's office.

The Kendall County Sheriff's Office said members can inspect/install your child safety seat. Call 630-553-7500 (ext. 1167) to schedule an appointment.

Here are other requirements under this law effective Jan. 1:

• Children under 8 years old must be secured in an appropriate child restraint system, which means the system was provided by a parent or legal guardian, fits the child, fits the vehicle, and is used according to the manufacturer’s guidelines.
• Every person transporting a child under 8 years old is responsible for properly securing the child in the vehicle.

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Exemptions:

• Children weighing more than 40 pounds.
• Children taller than 40 inches.
• Children being transported in a vehicle weighing more than 9000 pounds

Penalties:

• $75 fine for first violation.
• $200 fine for second violation.
• Height and weight limits are determined by the car seat/booster seat manufacturer.

More information: www.buckleupillinois.org

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