NC Children in the Back of Pickup Trucks Law
- G.S. 20-135.2B
Summary of law
updated
09-15-03
Ages/Positions Covered:
» This law covers children less than age 12 riding in open
beds of pickup trucks or other open cargo area.
Vehicles Covered:
» Vehicles having open beds or cargo areas without permanent
overhead restraining construction.
Restraint Required:
» Transport in open bed or open cargo area prohibited.
Exemptions:
» If adult is present in bed or cargo area and is supervising
the child.
» If child is secured or restrained by seat belt in compliance
with FMVSS 208 installed to support load of 5,000 lbs. for each
belt and of a type approved by the Commissioner.
» An emergency situation exists
» Vehicle is being operated in a parade pursuant to a valid
permit.
» Vehicle is being operated for agricultural purposes.
» In counties with no incorporated town with a population
greater than 3,500.
Responsibility/Penalties:
» Driver responsible for all children less than twelve.
» Penalty of $25.
» No court costs apply.
» No driver license points
» No insurance points.
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