How Old Can a Child Be to Sit in the Front Passenger Seat?

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Minors under the age of 12 are not allowed to sit in the front passenger seat. Although minors who are 12 years old or older can sit in the front passenger seat, it is best to use a child safety seat for added security. Pregnant women should also avoid sitting in the front passenger seat due to their body shape, as the seatbelt design does not adequately account for pregnant women. To minimize unnecessary harm, it is advised not to sit in the front passenger seat. Below are some relevant details about the front passenger seat: Reasons for not allowing sitting in the front passenger seat: Due to their smaller physique and immature bones, children are at risk of injury from the front airbags in the event of a collision. Penalties for children sitting in the front passenger seat: If a child under the age of 14 is seated in the front passenger seat, the driver will be penalized with 6 demerit points and a small fine. The front passenger seat is considered the most dangerous position, as during an emergency brake, parents are unable to provide timely safety protection to the child in that seat.