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New York State Laws
on
required safety equipment for

Automobiles

Bicycles

In-Line Skates

We have posted the following information to help parents and drivers understand the New York State Laws concerning safety equipment.

Following sections can be found in the
New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law.

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Village Ordinances

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NEW YORK STATE'S "NEW" CHILD RESTRAINT LAW
Child Passenger Restraints Are Not An Option, They Are The Law!
Effective November 24, 2009

All children must be restrained in an appropriate child restraint system while riding in a motor vehicle, until they reach their 8th birthday.
An appropriate child restraint system is one that meets the child's size and weight recommended by the manufacturer.
The safety belt in your vehicle is not designed for children. A booster seat raises your child up so that the safety belt fits your child correctly and provides better protection.

For more information see brochure: New York State's Occupant Restraint Law or Quick Tips about the new child passenger restraint law color.

Bicycles:

1. VTL 1238/1      Prohibits passenger under age 1 to ride on bicycle or on a pack fastened to the operator
2. VTL 1238/2A    Passenger age 1 to 4 w/o proper helmet
3. VTL 1238/2B    Passenger age 1 to 4 w/o special seat
4. VTL 1238/5A    Allow passenger age 5 to 13 to operate bicycle without proper helmet
5. VTL 1238/5B    Rider age 1 to 13 without proper helmet

In-Line Skates:

1. VTL 1238/5-a Age 1 to 13 without proper helmet

If you would like an inspection of your car seat or a demonstration in the proper way to install your car seat.
Contact Ptl. Zullo at 518-374-3110 to setup an appointment.