KEY TAKEAWAYS

Utah law allows 8-year-olds to switch from booster seats to seatbelts.

Experts advise using a five-point fit test to ensure proper seatbelt fit.

Incorrect seatbelt use can lead to serious injuries during a crash, experts warn.

SALT LAKE CITY — Utah law states that if your child is 8 years old, they can transition from a booster seat to a regular seatbelt. But child safety experts say age alone isn't enough to determine whether they're truly ready.

According to the Utah Safety Council, nearly 80% of child safety seats are used incorrectly — a statistic that drives safety advocates to educate parents on proper car seat use, especially during Child Passenger Safety Awareness Week.

So how do you know when it's time to make the switch?

Linsey Miller, a certified passenger s

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