How Old Must a Child Be to Sit in the Front Seat of a Car?

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Children must be over 12 years old to sit in the front seat of a car. Local regulations in some provinces and cities such as Shanghai, Henan, and Shenzhen explicitly prohibit children under 12 from sitting in the front passenger seat, with corresponding fines or penalty points for violations. The main reasons are as follows: 1. High risk factor: It is very dangerous for children to sit in the front passenger seat. In the event of a collision, if a child only uses a seat belt, it may cause severe injuries to the abdomen and spine. 2. Potential accidents: If a parent holds a child in the front passenger seat and the airbag deploys, it can cause dislocation of the child's head and neck, or even death. Even if the airbag does not deploy, the child may still hit the dashboard or windshield.