Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for children, however, child safety seats can provide maximum protection for children in the event of a car accident, says the Louisiana State Police.

Use of a child safety seat can reduce the risk of injury for infants and toddlers by 71% to 82%, and booster seats reduce the risk for serious injury by 45% for children ages four to eight, according to the Governors Highway Safety Association.

Car seat laws in Louisiana. What to know about height, weight

All states and territories in the U.S. have child passenger safety laws that require child safety seats for infants and children that fit specific criteria, but these requirements vary based on age, weight and height, says The Louisiana Highway Safety Commission .

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