I often have conversations with the Metro Police Traffic Bureau’s Sgt. Steve Wholey.  We interview him live on our show every Wednesday at 6:15 a.m..   He helps provide answers to viewer questions about traffic laws.

Anyway, during our conversation this week… he mentioned a recent child safety seat checkpoint his department conducted.  He told me that almost every vehicle they pulled over did not have their child’s safety seat installed properly or did not have one at all.    

Can you believe it? I do know from talking with friends and family that have children, that those seats can be a bit confusing to install.  But… there are places you can go to have them checked and you should.  Just for piece of mind.  There have been several accidents in the valley where children die or are ejected from the vehicle because they were not in a safety seat or not properly secured.

Did you know:

Nevada state law requires that children under age 6 and 60 pounds ride in a federally approved car seat or booster seat that is appropriate for the child’s age and weight.  The car seat or booster must be installed and used according to manufacturer’s instructions.

I found a great website that has more information for you!   It’s called Give’Em A Boost Nevada – Check it out!!

Posted by Dayna Roselli

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