Maryland Car Seat Laws 2026 [For Children Of All Ages] Maryland’s child safety law requires that all children under the age of 8 be properly secured in an appropriate child safety seat while riding in any motor vehicle unless they’re 4’9″ or taller Additionally, children who are 2 years old or younger must be in rear-facing seats As a mother, I’ve extensively researched Maryland’s laws concerning car seats and kids’ safety in the