The Waupaca Police Department offers free car seat inspections by appointment. Contact:
Officer Aimee Kontos
124 S. Washington St.
Waupaca, WI 54981
(715) 258-4400
The four steps of child passenger safety:
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Children until at least one year old AND at least 20 pounds should be in a rear-facing car seat.
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Children over one year of age and between 20 and 40 pounds can be in a forward-facing car seat.
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Children between 4 and 8 years old and under 4'9" should be in a belt positioning booster seat.
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Older children, usually over 80 pounds and 8 years old, can fit correctly in lap/shoulder belts.
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