Which statement about child restraints is correct in Nova Scotia?

• A. Children under 12 may ride unrestrained in the back seat.
• B. Seat belts are optional for children under 12.
• C. Children must be properly restrained with an appropriate child seat or seat belt sized to their age and height.
• D. Only infants require child seats.

Answer: (C)

In Nova Scotia, protecting children in a vehicle means using a restraint that fits the child’s size. A child must be properly restrained with an appropriate child seat or with a seat belt that fits their age and height. This ensures the restraint provides proper protection in a crash; using a seat belt that doesn’t fit well or not using a restraint at all increases injury risk. When a child is too small for a seat belt to fit correctly, a proper child seat or booster is required, and the child should be secured accordingly. The other statements imply restraints aren’t required or only infants need seats, which isn’t correct—the law focuses on using the right restraint for the child’s size, not just the age.