KRS 189.125 and the Kentucky Drivers Manual make it clear that drivers must secure all children who are 40 inches in height and below in approved child safety seats. This is known as Kentucky’s Child Restraint Law.

Violating the law can result in a $50 fine and an extra $10 donation―out of your pocket―to the Traumatic Brain Injury Trust Fund.

If you’re in the market for one, you can shop online for a child car seat any time of day. Before ordering, make sure to read our article on How To Buy a Child Safety Seat.

If you need assistance on how to install a car seat, visit the Kentucky State Police’sChild Safety Seat Inspection Site.

Leaving Children/Pets Unattended

Brush up on page 31 of the Kentucky Drivers Manual if you’re in a hurry and considering leaving a child unattended in your vehicle. It’s illegal to leave a child under the age of eight unattended.

For the same reasons you should never leave a child unattended in a motor vehicle (extreme weather conditions, bodily harm, life endangerment, kidnapping), you should never leave your pet unattended. Even if your pet is in a carrier and can’t jump around on the gearshift, extreme heat puts your pet’s life at risk.