What are the requirements for children riding in the front passenger seat?
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The requirements for children riding in the front passenger seat are as follows: 1. Age limit: Only children aged 12 or above or taller than 1.4 meters can sit in the front passenger seat. 2. Holding children: Parents holding infants are not allowed to sit in the front passenger seat, nor can child safety seats be installed there. 3. Seat belts: If front passengers fail to fasten seat belts while driving on highways or urban expressways, they may face fines through electronic monitoring or on-site enforcement, with corrective action required. 4. Penalties: On roads with speed limits below 50 km/h (excluding highways and urban expressways), unbelted front passengers will receive verbal warnings and education for correction without penalty points or fines.
The requirements for children sitting in the front passenger seat are quite strict, and I often discuss this with others—safety is no joking matter. Generally, it's recommended that children avoid the front seat, especially those under 12, because airbags deploy with too much force and can easily injure smaller kids. Legally, most places require children to sit in the back with a properly secured child seat. There are different types of seats: five-point harnesses for infants and boosters for older kids. Don’t just rely on seat belts—kids can move around and accidents can happen. I’ve seen many cases where the front passenger seat is more vulnerable in crashes, so it’s best to develop the habit of using the back seat from an early age. If they must sit in front, the airbag must be deactivated or the seat must be properly adjusted, but avoiding it altogether is ideal. In short, safety comes first—don’t prioritize convenience.
