Just a reminder that the new Georgia car seat law goes into effect tomorrow. All children under the age of 8 are required to be in a booster seat. Some children may be exempt if they are over 4'9 or have a written statement from a doctor based on a medical condition. If there are shoulder belts in the car, then weight does not matter, just the height and age requirement. If there are no shoulder available belts to secure a booster or child seat, then children must use a lap belt.

First convictions carry a $50 fine and 1 point. All subsequent convictions are $100 and 2 points.

Why booster seats? Seat belts are designed for adults and, without the proper seat, the shoulder straps often lay against the child's neck instead of their shoulder and chest. They also keep the lap belt low over the hips instead of across the belly. In addition, according to the Georgia Department of Highway Safety, children involved in car accidents are 59% less likely to be injured if in a booster seat than those just using a seatbelt.

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