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LATCH Child Safety Seat System
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) is a new system that makes child safety seat installation easier - without using seat belts. LATCH is required on most child safety seats and vehicles manufactured after September 1, 2002. LATCH is not required for booster seats, car beds, and vests. Please click on the below links for further information in (*.pdf) format.
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