Section 310.01. Purpose and scope.

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(1) Statutory authority. As authorized by s. 347.48 (4) , Stats., the purpose of this chapter is to establish standards and specifications for child safety restraint systems in motor vehicles, and to delineate exceptions to their use. This chapter references federal standards applicable to child safety restraint systems and addresses the proper manner of wearing the restraints.

(2) Applicability. This chapter applies to the use of safety restraint systems or safety belts by children under the age of 8, being transported in a motor vehicle. The term motor vehicle includes, but is not limited to, automobiles, station wagons, vans, trucks and motor homes.

                    
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