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I live in arkansas and if it is by weight and hieght does anyone know what they are in Arkansas?

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Those laws are controlled by states..Most go by size and weight of the child

Keepingmycool

Depends on which State you live...You should get a manual at your local DMV.

Its more on the height and weight

Queen Fromage

I am not sure it goes by age. I think it is height and weight.

my world

12

mommy2savannah51405

13 yrs old..anyone under 12 must be in the back seat

Kenneth S

each state is different but I think 4 yrs of age. recently I seen on the news that now they are basing it on the childs height rather than age. Check your state statutes for this.

tickle2th

It goes by height and weight. Your insurance agent would have the figures.

sandrarosette

living in Arkansas my self,
the recommended age is 12. Most newer cars have a warning label on the sun visor about this.
As for the "Legal" age, I am not sure

Ricky Lee

In Missouri its 8

triskaidekaphobia

there is no limit. just whenever you decide its safe.

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