Seatbelt laws in France
General rules
- Mandatory for all occupants
- Fine: €135 + 3 points
- Driver responsible for passengers under 18
Child requirements
| Age/Size | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Under 10 | Must sit in rear |
| Under 9kg | Rear-facing seat |
| 9-18kg | Forward-facing seat |
| 15-36kg | Booster seat |
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Front seat exception
Children under 10 may sit in front if:
- No rear seat available
- Rear seats occupied by children
- Using rear-facing seat with airbag disabled
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