It is clear from the Road Traffic Regulations that transportation of children under 12 years of age in vehicles equipped with seat belts must be carried out using child restraints appropriate for the weight and height of the child, or other means that allow the child to be fastened using seat belts provided for by the design vehicle, and in the front seat of a car - only with the use of child restraints. This is due to the fact that the car is a source of increased danger. Let's talk about everything in order.
Fine for transporting children without a seat in 2018
Parents and carriers must take care of the safety of children while driving, for which a special restraint device was created, in which the child must be seated and which must correspond to his height and weight. If such a device is missing or incorrectly installed, then the driver will be fined for not having a child seat in the car in 2018, and the lack of fasteners is absolutely no excuse for it. Therefore, before you neglect this rule, think and read this article, in which you will find answers to frequently asked questions.
What is a child restraint
How much is the fine for transporting a child without a child seat in 2018? First, let’s establish what a child seat is. According to GOST R 41.44:
child restraint systems (child restraint systems) are a set of elements consisting of straps or flexible elements with buckles, adjusting devices, fastening parts and, in some cases, an additional device (for example, a cradle, a removable child seat, an additional seat and/or impact shield) which may be attached to the interior of the vehicle body. The device must be designed in such a way that, in the event of a collision or sudden braking of the vehicle, it reduces the risk of injury to a child in the restraint by limiting the movement of the child's body.
Classification of child seats
Child restraints are divided into five weight groups:
group 0 - for children weighing less than 10 kg;
group 0+ - for children weighing less than 13 kg;
group I - for children weighing 9 - 18 kg;
group II - for children weighing 15 - 25 kg;
group III - for children weighing 22 - 36 kg.
Penalty for not having a child seatA
It is logical that driving with a child if there is no child car seat in 2018 can be dangerous for him, and for a baby under one year old without a cradle that holds the child in a position lying on his back or stomach, otherwise injuries may be caused in a car collision incompatible with life.
The penalty for the lack of such a device is not very serious, but it hits the pockets, especially for those who do business and carry out mass transportation. We answer your question: what is the fine for driving without a child seat? According to clause 3 of Article 12.23 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation, violation of the requirements for the transportation of children established by traffic rules entails a fine for the driver in the amount of 3,000 rubles, for the official responsible for transportation - 25,000 rubles, and for a legal entity carrying out transportation - 100,000 rubles .
Is a child seat required?
As clause 22.9 of the traffic rules says, transporting a child without a car seat is under no circumstances allowed! Children under 12 years of age must be transported in vehicles equipped with seat belts, transportation must be carried out using child restraints appropriate for the weight and height of the child, or other means that allow the child to be fastened using seat belts provided for by the design of the vehicle, and in the front seat passenger car - only with the use of child restraints. Otherwise, if the law is not followed, the irresponsible driver will be fined by the traffic police for transporting children without a restraint device.
It is better to take care of the safety of children in advance, because when purchasing a seat for them, you may forget or not think at all about the fine for transporting a child without a child seat. It is worth reminding that even if the driver has a seat, but the child is sitting in his arms or is not fastened, then he will have to bear responsibility for violating the Rules.
What is the fine for not wearing a child's seat belt in 2018?
According to GOST R 41.44, there are several types of belts for children:
belt – a holding device consisting of belt straps with a buckle, adjustment devices and fastening parts.
seat belt - an assembly consisting of a waist belt, a shoulder restraint and a strap passing between the legs, if equipped;
Y-shaped belt - the shape of the connection of the straps of which is formed by a strap passing between the child’s legs and the shoulder straps.
All of them are designed for the safe transportation of your child, and if the driver did not provide it in accordance with the Rules, and he was stopped for inspection by an inspector, another question arises: how much will the traffic cops charge for an unbelted child? We remind you that the driver can get off with a fine of 3,000 rubles, and officials and legal entities will be charged 25,000 and 100,000 rubles.
Fine for violating the transportation of children in a car at night
Transportation at night is very dangerous. The driver's attentiveness and reaction speed decrease, so transporting children at this time of day is strictly regulated by law.
Night time is considered to be the period from 23.00 to 06.00, and the fine for incorrect transportation of children according to traffic rules in 2018 at the specified time of day will be in the amount of 5,000 rubles or deprivation of the right to drive a vehicle for a period of 4 to 6 months, and for officials and legal entities - 50,000 and 200,000 rubles (clause 5 of Article 12.23 of the Administrative Code).
The fine for not having a child seat is comparable to an inexpensive restraint, so it is better to spend that money on the safety of your children than to pay fines. If you are still issued it, we advise you to make payment within 20 days. The advantage of such a rush is that it will be in the amount of 50% of the fine. Good luck on the roads!
An unhealthy trend has emerged in Russia where taxi drivers or directors of taxi companies are being held criminally liable for transporting children without a seat. How so? After all, violation of the rules for transporting children under 7 years of age is covered by administrative legislation, which provides for punishment in the form of a fine. It turns out that not everything is so simple when it comes to licensed transportation of passengers in a passenger taxi.
The worst thing is that there are already many such criminal cases in the country. For example, a number of media outlets have repeatedly reported that Russia has begun to initiate criminal cases against taxi drivers who transport children without car seats.
Even in Moscow, the first criminal case has already been recorded against a taxi driver who was transporting a child without a seat.
Why are drivers brought to both administrative and criminal liability for the same traffic offense? After all, there is one offense, which means the degree of responsibility should be the same. Well, the maximum fine may vary.
For example, there is a difference between fines that are issued to individuals and legal entities.
But when people are brought to both administrative and criminal liability for the same traffic violation, it looks, at the very least, strange and illogical. Let's figure it out.
We have studied judicial practice in similar cases. And we must admit, indeed, in a number of regions of Russia, criminal cases have been opened more than once against taxi drivers who violated the rules for transporting children - for example, a child was not riding in a car in a child seat, as required by law.
And what’s most interesting is that all such cases ended in convictions. No, the guilty taxi drivers were not imprisoned or sent to learn traffic rules in remote places. Most of them got away with large fines and naturally received unnecessary criminal convictions. And they were even more fortunate (if I may say so), since they were prosecuted under Part 2 of Article 238 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation, namely under paragraph “b”. Here is an excerpt from the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation:
- Article 238 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation Production, storage, transportation or sale of goods and products, performance of work or provision of services that do not meet safety requirements
Part 1. Production, storage or transportation for the purpose of sales or sale of goods and products, performance of work or provision of services that do not meet the requirements for the safety of life or health of consumers, as well as unlawful issuance or use of an official document certifying the compliance of these goods, works or services with safety requirements -
shall be punishable by a fine in the amount of up to 300,000 rubles or in the amount of the wages or other income of the convicted person for a period of up to 2 years, or by compulsory labor for a period of up to 360 hours, or by restriction of freedom for a term of up to 2 years, or by forced labor for a term of up to 2 years, or imprisonment for the same period.
Part 2. The same acts if they:
a) committed by a group of persons by prior conspiracy or by an organized group
b) committed in relation to goods, works or services intended for children under 6 years of age
c) caused by negligence the infliction of serious harm to health or the death of a person, -
are punishable by a fine in the amount from 100,000 to 500,000 rubles or in the amount of wages or other income of the convicted person for a period of 1 to 3 years, or forced labor for a period of up to 5 years, or imprisonment for up to 6 years with or without a fine of up to 500,000 rubles or in the amount of wages or other income of the convicted person for a period of up to 3 years.
That is, for transporting children under 6 years of age in a taxi without a special child seat, the taxi driver faces criminal liability under Article 238 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation.
Moreover, the same responsibility can be extended to the director of a company that is engaged in licensed taxi transportation of passengers. And getting off with a fine is still half the problem.
Please note that in addition to liability in the form of a fine, the article contains a line that indicates that the culprit may be held liable in the form of imprisonment for up to 6 years. We emphasized this measure of responsibility from an excerpt from Article 238 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation. Moreover, the judge will decide what punishment the taxi driver deserves, at his own discretion, guided, as they say, by the materials of the case.
Surprised? Can you imagine the shock of the taxi drivers who, when transporting children without a seat, thought that the maximum they would face was an administrative fine under Article 12.23 of the Administrative Code, which provides for liability for transporting children without a seat in the form of a fine of 3,000 rubles.
Do you feel the difference between 3,000 rubles and 6 years in prison?!
You will say that no one has yet deprived anyone of their freedom for such offenses? After all, all taxi drivers prosecuted under Article 238 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation were simply fined.
Yes it is. But they received unnecessary criminal convictions. In any case, this can now affect their future lives. After all, now in all databases they will be listed as criminally convicted persons. This means that, at a minimum, such people’s credit history will be damaged - at least for a long time, at most forever.
Also, now these drivers will not be able to get a job in government agencies. Yes, in principle, they will not be hired by any serious commercial organization either. But that's not the point.
When it comes to criminal liability for violation of traffic rules, for which administrative liability is provided for individuals, it becomes uneasy. No, we do not, of course, protect those drivers who transported children without a child seat. But this does not mean that they deserve a criminal conviction and a large fine, which, by the way, can be an unbearable burden for many.
Also, bringing taxi drivers to criminal liability for transporting children without a seat does not guarantee that some judge who simply did not get enough sleep or came to work in a bad mood will not decide to impose a real sentence of imprisonment on the taxi driver instead of a fine. After all, you and I live in a country with a not entirely perfect judicial system.
Our judges are still guided by their inner convictions, and often do not listen to the arguments of witnesses and defense attorneys in favor of the accused. What can we talk about here? Of course, there is a risk that some irresponsible taxi driver will soon end up behind bars for transporting a child without a child car seat.
But this may turn out to be the father of this child, who, in his free time from work, decided to take his child home from kindergarten or school in his taxi car, for which there is an official permit for taxi transportation. And then what? It turns out that instead of a fine of 3,000 rubles, the child’s father may end up in prison?
Agree that all this is thought-provoking. Why did taxi drivers begin to be prosecuted? Here, of course, you need to ask a question to representatives of the State Traffic Inspectorate and the Ministry of Internal Affairs. After all, such cases had never happened before. Why have such criminal cases started to appear recently? What, we didn’t have such an article in the Criminal Code before? Yes, no, it was. What then? What's happened?
What is the difference between ordinary drivers who transport a child without a child seat and a taxi driver? After all, a taxi driver is a person like everyone else and is not a legal entity?
But it turns out there is a difference if we correctly interpret our confusing and often incomprehensible legislation.
The whole difference is that if you are driving your own car, which does not have a license to transport passengers in a taxi (permit for taxi transportation of passengers), then for transporting children without a child seat, you can only be brought to administrative liability under Article 12.23 of the Code of Administrative Offenses R F, for which you will be fined 3,000 rubles.
But if you transport a child without a child seat in a car that has a taxi license, and especially since you are transporting a child as part of the instructions for taxi services, then, of course, you risk being prosecuted under Part 2, paragraph "b" of Article 238 of the Criminal Code RF. If you are also an Individual Entrepreneur who has received permission for taxi transportation for your car, and you work for yourself, then transporting a child under 6 years of age will most likely result in criminal liability for you.
The worst thing is that formally this huge difference in liability between the administrative and criminal codes for the same violation of the law in the field of road safety is completely legal.
The only thing that raises questions is the actions of traffic police officers and other law enforcement agencies, who previously did not prosecute drivers for such offenses. Now what has changed?
In general, all this is strange and again makes me think.
Let us repeat once again that we do not defend “bombi” drivers, who indeed often violate traffic rules (often they do this in order to complete as many orders as possible during a shift) and often transport small children without car seats.
But the fact that they are being held criminally liable for transporting a child under 6 years of age without a car seat seems to us to be too much.
Considering that the majority of taxi drivers work for some taxi companies and other large companies, maybe it’s just time to slightly reconsider the level of responsibility of organizations involved in licensed taxi transportation, and not blame the bombers for all the sins?
There are also questions for taxi service aggregators who do not monitor their fleet and taxi drivers at all.
- For reference
- Let us remind you, for those who have forgotten or for some reason do not know. It is strictly prohibited to transport children under 7 years of age without a child seat in a car. Otherwise, an ordinary driver faces a fine of 3,000 rubles (). The taxi driver faces criminal charges. Then, if you are lucky, then a large fine, and if you are unlucky, imprisonment.
Traffic rules are changing almost constantly, and any motorist is obliged to follow them independently. The same principle applies here as in other areas of law - “ignorance of the law does not exempt you from responsibility.” In your own interests, you should pay great attention to the safety of transported children.
Age-related changes in traffic rules
Since July 12, 2017, an updated version of the traffic rules has been in effect. Lawmakers focused on long-standing problems such as managing oncoming traffic or riding parallel to streetcars. But one of the most anticipated innovations was the change in the rules governing the movement of children in cars. These changes are enshrined in clause 22.9. Now it states that minors can only be transported in such a way that their safety is ensured taking into account the design specifics of the vehicle.
Children up to 7 years old (0-6 years old inclusive)
At this age, transporting children inside a car or in the cab of a truck is allowed only with the use of special restraint devices that are selected for the weight and height of the child.
If the design of the vehicle does not provide for seat belts (in combination with special ISOFIX restraint equipment or independently of it), such vehicles cannot be used.
The new modification of the rules affects not only traffic, but also parking of cars with children under 7 years old. It is now prohibited to leave them without the presence of adults. The exception is the need to leave the car for 5 minutes or less.
The age group from 7 to 11 years inclusive in the same vehicles that meet standard requirements can travel in two ways. They are allowed to ride without a seat in the car, using only seat belts, but the use of seats is allowed and morally encouraged. This is precisely what can be understood by which point the legislator puts in first place.
In the front seats at this age, travel is strictly permitted in protective seats.
It is prohibited to install special restraint devices in any way that contradicts the vehicle operating instructions.
Children under 12 years of age are not allowed to ride in the rear seats of motorcycles. The division into groups up to 7 and up to 12 years old seems quite reasonable, because even the behavior in such age groups differs greatly. Some mysterious “other means of transport” have disappeared from the new edition. Drivers who transport school-aged children in the rear seats now don’t have to spend money on special seats.
Such changes are justified by the fact that restraint seats help reduce injuries to children by 52–80% (depending on the exact age).
The fine for failure to comply with the mandatory rules for transporting children is 3 thousand rubles.
Although it is possible to transport schoolchildren aged 7 to 12 years old without a child car seat in the back seat with a simple seat belt, experts still recommend choosing the most secure option.
There are exceptions, they are allowed due to objective circumstances:
- children taller than 1.4 m and heavier than 36 kg;
- moving small disabled people;
- delivery of sick children to medical institutions;
- transporting a child by taxi or passing transport in hard-to-reach, remote areas;
- the need to urgently leave the area of a natural disaster or bad weather conditions;
- the need to transport many people at once in a car (in general or in the back row).
Those who are interested in whether children can be transported in a car without protective seats or not should familiarize themselves with more than just the formal rules. There are inexorable statistics: in 2016, 94 of them died in 2,142 accidents involving minors (under 12 years old). Over 2,400 were injured. Moreover, the mortality rate among those who are not restrained by protective systems or seat belts is increasing every year. Additional information about protective systems can be obtained from GOST 2005.
According to it, a restraint device can be created by combining an adapter with a seat belt. The standard specifies the use of elastic cushions that complement any “adult” belt. It is also necessary to use a guide strap, which keeps the placement of the shoulder part of the belt suitable for children. According to the standard, the guide strap cannot carry a powerful dynamic load. Its placement is adjusted using a device that can be moved up or down.
Teenagers (12 years and older)
Teenagers (anyone over 12 years old) can ride using standard seat belts, without additional protection. Please note: those under 12 years of age, but exceeding the established height and weight parameters, can travel in the same mode - only in the rear seats.
Teenagers with normal physical development are fully protected by standard means of restraint.
The choice of car seats for teenagers must comply with the European safety category ECE R44.03. The weight of the load to be carried when choosing is much more important than the formal age classification, because the latter is advisory in nature.
Carrying children in the front seat Children under 2 years old can only be moved in the front on seats equipped with car cradles. In this case, small passengers should be oriented facing the direction opposite to the direction of the car. From 7 to 12 years old, children are allowed to move in both rows, but only in a special seat, carefully selected for the height and weight of the child. After 12 years of age, children can be transported in the front seat with a seat belt.
The use of additional seats is optional.
Fines The widespread use of cars makes the question of how to transport children in a given situation very relevant. Responsible drivers try not only to avoid paying a fine for an unbelted child or for the absence of a seat, but also to guarantee maximum safety in principle.
- Previously, until the summer of 2017, it was allowed to use:
- frameless systems;
- "books";
seat belt correctors.
Failure to comply with the established norm may result in disciplinary sanctions for the driver. They can be imposed by the management of organizations and the regulatory authorities of the automobile enterprise. Administrative liability applies to the driver himself in accordance with the established procedure.
Criminal penalties are applied to drivers and other employees of taxi companies, including their management, if the life and health of a minor passenger are at risk.
Administrative penalties can be expressed as:
- corrective work;
- administrative arrest;
- verbal warning;
- restrictions on the right to engage in certain activities.
If a taxi driver carries a passenger over 12 years old without wearing a seatbelt, he will have to pay 1,000 rubles. If children are traveling without a seat belt, the fine is three times greater. Parents will have to pay it only if at least one of them participates in management. The amount of the fine does not depend on how many passengers are traveling at the same time. The belt should be used on all seats, regardless of row.
According to the Administrative Code, officials of an enterprise who violate the rules for transporting children in a car must pay 25 thousand rubles. A legal entity (organization) must pay one hundred thousand.
The use of boosters and adapters is unacceptable, especially in the case of small children. When checking by the police for compliance with the rules for transporting children, they must also check the presence of compulsory motor liability insurance.
Even installing a chair without actually using it is considered a violation.
Since the safety of children worries people even outside the context of fines, it’s worth paying special attention to this. It is unacceptable to purchase used car seats; they may have minor external damage that impairs safety.
Universal car seats (designed for two age groups or more) are less safe than specialized ones. Category 0+ is considered more practical and convenient than “0”. Such a seat should be placed in the direction of the car until the child is able to sit independently.
It is recommended to study the certificates and crash test reports for the materials used. The placement of textile seams in the center of the headrest causes inconvenience for some young passengers. It is much more practical to secure the belts on the side. Among two generally identical models, it is advisable to buy the one that is better in orthopedic terms. It is also important to check that the holding straps are not too short.
To find out at what age a child can ride without a car seat, see the following video.
At the moment, in 2020, we are required to transport children under 12 years of age in a car equipped with seat belts in a child car seat or some other device that ensures the child’s safety. Regardless of whether we transport the child in the rear seats or in the front seat (Exception - children from 7 to 11 years old can be in the back seat without a car seat, fastened with seat belts). Traffic regulations regulate the transportation of children in one single paragraph - 22.9:
22.9. Transportation of children is permitted provided that their safety is ensured, taking into account the design features of the vehicle.
Transportation of children under 12 years of age in vehicles equipped with seat belts must be carried out using child restraints appropriate for the weight and height of the child, or other means that allow the child to be fastened using seat belts provided for by the design of the vehicle, and in the front seat passenger car - only with the use of child restraints.It is prohibited to transport children under 12 years of age on the back seat of a motorcycle.
In the summer of 2017, significant changes were made to the rules for transporting children in road transport. Significant innovations for 2017/2018 include:
The ban on leaving children under 7 years of age in a car (fine 2.5 rubles for Moscow and St. Petersburg and 500 rubles for the rest of Russia) is enshrined in clause 12.8 of the Russian Federation Traffic Regulations, and liability for non-compliance with the rule is in clause 1 Art. 12.19 Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation.
Children aged 7 to 11 years are now allowed to be transported without a child seat, but only in the back row of seats and with belts fastened (changes in paragraph 22.9 of the Russian Traffic Regulations),
The concept of “other devices”, which was used by parents who placed a pillow under the child’s belt, has been abolished.
At the moment, a draft amendment has been prepared to change the Traffic Rules regarding the transportation of children. In particular, the threshold for requiring a child seat has been reduced to 7 years, as we discussed above.
The fine for transporting children without a car seat for 2020 is regulated, and for an ordinary driver it amounts to 3,000 rubles.
3. Violation of the requirements for the transportation of children established by the Traffic Rules entails the imposition of an administrative penalty. a fine for the driver in the amount of three thousand rubles; for officials - twenty-five thousand rubles; for legal entities - one hundred thousand rubles.
A fine is applied whenever a child under 12 years of age is transported without a child car seat. As you can see, the amount of the fine for the absence of a seat is a significant part of the cost of the car seat itself, and it is unknown how many such fines and over what period can be issued. It’s no joke, but in a couple of times for three thousand rubles you can buy not the best, but still a child car seat that will at least somehow ensure the safety of transporting a child.
The fine for the absence of a child seat also applies in cases where:
- the child sits in the arms of an adult (mother/father), even if he is wearing a seat belt;
- the child is too large for a child car seat and other restraint devices, although his age has not eliminated the need for such transportation;
- the child is sitting in a child seat, but is not fastened with the seat belts (the safety of transporting the child is not ensured);
- more than one child sits in one car seat;
- the standard seat belts have been removed from the car (nowadays there are almost no cars in which seat belts are not provided by design for a single passenger seat). If there are seat belts only in the front seats, then the child must be transported in the front passenger seat in a car seat.
The fine for not having a child seat does not apply in cases where:
- the car is not moving (transportation simply does not take place);
- the child is not fastened with a child car seat, but with a “booster”, FEST, is in a frameless car seat, etc. in the back seat, if the safety of transportation is ensured.
How much are the fines if you transport 2 or more children without a child car seat?
Since the punishment under the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation for 2020 is provided for transporting children in violation of the Traffic Rules, and not for violating the transportation of each child in a car, then the fine for transporting without a seat is the same, no matter how many children are in the car at the time the violation is stopped . Thus, even if our car is completely full of children, and there is not a single car seat in this car, then there is still only one fine, since there is only one element of the violation - transporting children without a car seat.
How can a traffic police inspector check for the presence of a car seat?
Many people are familiar with the situation when an inspector opens car doors on his own to check whether passengers are wearing seat belts and/or whether children are in child car seats. Of course, this is illegal - the Administrative Regulations of the Ministry of Internal Affairs describe any procedure for identifying an offense and prescribes for most of them (except visual) its own procedure, including a preliminary appropriate protocol. In this case, in order to open the doors, the inspector needs to draw up an inspection protocol with the relevant grounds included in it, a video recording or an invitation to two witnesses.
But more often than not, the inspector himself asks the driver to open the door in a demanding tone. In this case, he again only asks, and the request can be refused. If he requires this, then ask under what administrative procedure such a requirement was made. However, of course, it is always better to open the doors if there is no violation on your part.
According to traffic rules, the driver and passengers are required to wear seat belts. This requirement must also be observed by children. But due to the child’s build, it will not be possible to use regular belts. The car must have a special car seat for him, corresponding to the size and GOST. There are several types of devices. A fine for a child seat is imposed if it is not available. It is important for motorists to know and follow the rules for transporting children.
Fine amount
According to clause 22.9 of the traffic rules, children under 12 years of age must travel in a car with child restraints. Armchairs are installed in the rear and front seats, the main thing is that the child is comfortable. It is safer to place this product at the rear. But if there are no more passengers in the car, then the driver can seat the child next to him.
What was the fine for driving without a child seat before? Drivers paid only 500 rubles. But over time the rules change. What is the fine for a child seat now? Today you will have to pay 3,000 rubles. This is stated in Part 3 of Art. 12.23 Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation.
When is the fine applied?
According to the law, a fine for transporting a child without a child seat is imposed in the following situations:
- The child sits in the arms of an adult.
- The chair does not fit, for example, the baby has outgrown it.
- Children are in seats, but not secured with belts.
- There is more than 1 child in one seat.
- The car does not have standard seat belts. If they are only in the front seats, then children should be transported there.
When is a fine not imposed?
There are situations when a fine cannot be imposed for a child seat:
- If the car doesn't move.
- Children do not travel in a classic car seat, but are fastened with a FEST booster seat and sit in frameless car seats in the back seat, if the safety of the trip is ensured.
What if there are 2 children in the car?
Financial punishment is provided if 1 child is without a child seat. One fine will be issued, even if there are several children in the car. This is one violation, so no one has the right to write out a larger amount. The rule is spelled out in the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation.
Checking for a violation
A fine for a child seat is imposed only after an inspector has verified the absence of this product. Many people know the situation when an inspector opens the car doors to check whether there are seat belts and whether children are in special seats.
The administrative regulations of the Ministry of Internal Affairs prescribe each procedure for detecting an offense. They have their own procedure. Before opening the doors and inspecting, the inspector draws up an inspection protocol. The document must state the grounds. It is important to have a video recording and invite 2 witnesses. Only such a procedure is considered legal.
Is there an alternative to the chair?
It must be taken into account that the law does not regulate the use of a seat as the only means for transporting children. To move the child comfortably, you can use pillows or other devices that can lift the child and secure them with belts.
But it is better to choose a special chair, since it can be selected based on the baby’s height and build. Therefore, he will not be able to fall or get damaged in it. This especially applies to children under 5 years of age who cannot yet identify danger. If a suitable product is used, then no one will impose a fine for a child seat.
Types of chairs
Today there is a large selection of chairs. To make it safe, it is chosen based on the baby’s height and weight. The child should not feel constrained in the product, at the same time it should not be loose. Please note that the maximum height for using a car seat is 150 cm and weight is 36 kg. There are 5 groups of car seats intended for children under 12 years of age:
- 0. Products are needed for infants up to 1 year, up to 10 kg. They can be adjusted to adjust the backrest angle, making it very comfortable for your baby to sit. The designs are presented in the form of a cradle, which can be used as a hand carry or an extension for a stroller.
- 0+ and 1. The products are intended for children 1-4 years old. They can withstand up to 18 kg. They have seat belts. Some models have an adjustable backrest and headrest, making the design ideal for long trips.
- 2 and 3. Designs are needed for children under 12 years old. They have orthopedic pillows that support the spine in a comfortable position, which is very important in the formation of bone tissue and posture. The products are comfortable and practical, they are secured with belts.
Universal car seats suitable for children from 1 year to 12 years are also sold. You can find them from almost all manufacturers. The designs are produced in different colors. The downside is the high price. But since this concerns the safety of children, you need to think about purchasing a suitable chair first.
Replacement
A fine without a child seat in 2017 is imposed if there is a violation. If it is not possible to purchase this product, then it can be replaced with other holding devices. Great fit:
- Universal adapters. They are attached to a regular belt with a button and securely hold the kids.
- Fixing pads on the seat. They are secured with belts and keep children in a sitting position. The product is suitable for children from 6 months to 4 years.
- Bus booster seats. The designs are presented in the form of an additional seat that lifts the baby.
Although it is better to have a special chair, alternative devices will still ensure safety. And then there will be no questions from the inspectors.
Controversy
Disputes often arise when communicating with inspectors. For example, due to an unreasonable fine. It is important to know that the traffic rules do not indicate that children should be transported in a car seat. Clause 22.9 states that children are transported using restraints.
If the child is secured with a belt and is comfortable, then the inspector’s claims are unfounded. Therefore, imposing a fine would be illegal. Drivers are not required to bring their child's birth certificate with them to confirm their age. There are other reasons why a child should not be in a car seat, such as physiological factors.
What if a fine was issued?
Issuing a fine disciplines drivers so that they are attentive to the safety of their children. If, however, a penalty is imposed, it must be paid no later than 60 days after the decision comes into effect. Entry will take place 10 days from the date of issue. If you disagree with the decision, you can go to court.
Rules for transporting children
Children traveling in a car is subject to certain rules. Travel is allowed in the passenger compartment of a passenger vehicle and in the cabin of a truck. Children should not be placed in the bed or trailer. The driver is obliged to protect passengers, taking into account the design of the car.
Children under 12 years of age must only ride with a restraint device. This could be a car seat, a car seat, a booster pillow, or a triangle adapter. It is not prohibited to carry children under 12 years of age in front. But there must be a special chair. Only the use of a booster or triangular adapter is prohibited. Compliance with such rules ensures the safety of children.