Ohio booster seats law: Drivers will be fined $25 to $75

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A state law taking effect next week says children ages 4 to 8 weighing more than 40 pounds and less than 4-feet-9 inches tall must be in booster seats when riding in cars in Ohio.

The law goes into effect Oct. 7. The National Transportation Safety Board says Ohio is one of four states to enact such a law since last year. Three states still do not have such legislation.

A booster seat raises a child so that the seat belt fits properly to avoid injuries.

Law enforcement officials can cite motorists violating the law only if the motorists are first pulled over for a different violation.

Warnings will be issued the first six months. Full enforcement begins April 7. Drivers will be fined $25 to $75 for an initial violation.

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A new Ohio now requires all children under eight years old and under 4-feet-nine inches tall to be in a child safety seat or booster seat when riding in a car.