Washington legal term
Child restraint system in Washington Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Washington legislative session
In Washington criminal law, “Child restraint system” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the Washington criminal code.
What does “Child restraint system” mean in Washington criminal law?
"Child restraint system" means a child passenger restraint system that meets the federal motor vehicle safety standards set forth in 49 C.F.R. (RCW 46.61.687)
Statutes defining or using this term
Related terms in the same statutes
This reference is informational and is not legal advice.