New York S02265 mandates child restraint systems for passengers under eight in taxis and liveries, with fines up to $50 for violations.

New York S02265 amends the vehicle and traffic law to require that children under four years old must be restrained by a child restraint system when riding in a taxi or livery. Children aged four to seven must be restrained in an appropriate child restraint system. Violators face a civil fine of up to $50. The law specifies that summonses for violations are issued only to parents or guardians present during the offense and who are at least 18 years old.

New York S02265 mandates child restraint systems for passengers under eight in taxis and liveries, with fines up to $50 for violations.

New York S02265 amends the vehicle and traffic law to require that children under four years old must be restrained by a child restraint system when riding in a taxi or livery. Children aged four to seven must be restrained in an appropriate child restraint system. Violators face a civil fine of up to $50. The law specifies that summonses for violations are issued only to parents or guardians present during the offense and who are at least 18 years old.