Topic: Vehicle safety devices · Nº 124 / 691

¿Se permite que un menor viaje en el asiento delantero de un coche?

Is a minor allowed to travel in the front seat of a car?

  • ANo.No.
  • BSí, pero siempre debe usar un sistema de retención infantil orientado hacia atrás.Yes, but they must always use a rear-facing child restraint system.
  • CSí, si mide más de 135 cm.Yes, if they are taller than 135 cm.
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Correct answer

  • CSí, si mide más de 135 cm.Yes, if they are taller than 135 cm.
Explanation

According to the General Traffic Regulations (RGC), a minor may travel in the front seat of a car only in certain situations. The rule states that occupants under 12 must use child restraint systems suited to their height and weight and that, in exceptional cases, they may sit in the front seat if there are no rear seats available or if the rear seats are taken. In this case, if a minor is taller than 135 centimetres, they do not need a specific child restraint system and may use the vehicle's seat belt. So the correct answer is yes, it is allowed if they are taller than 135 centimetres, under the exceptions set out in the rules.

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