Several child car seat check events scheduled in Troop C

New York State Police in Troop “C” will be hosting several FREE car seat check events across the Troop this week and next.

NYSP offers free child car seat check that are performed by Troopers that are certified technicians. One of the best things you can do for your precious cargo is to stay informed, make sure the child car seat is installed properly and make sure the child is in the right seat.

Five events are scheduled:

• September 13, 2025 9am – 1pm

Airport Day

Ithaca Tompkins International Airport

1 Culligan Drive

Ithaca, NY 14850

• September 22, 2025 3pm – 7pm

SP Sidney

823 NY-7

Unadilla, NY 13849

• September 23. 2025 3pm – 7pm

SP Binghamton

84 Crescent Drive

Kirkwood, NY 13795

• September 24, 2025 3pm – 7pm

SP Homer

2 Technology Place

Homer, NY 13077

• September 27, 2025 10am – 2pm

Christian Assembly of God

175 Port Watson Street

Cortland, NY 13045

Here’s what to expect at a child car seat check event:

A hands-on inspection that makes sure the seat is installed properly.

A check to make sure your child is in the correct type of car seat for their age, weight and height – so bring your child if you can!

Education – we’ll answer any questions you may have

We will check the car seat if there are any recalls and check its expiration

New York State Law requires that all children must be restrained in an appropriate child restraint system while riding in a motor vehicle until they reach their 8th birthday.  All children under the age of 2 must ride in a rear-facing car seat.  If the child has outgrown an infant seat, it is recommended that a larger, rear facing convertible or all-in-one car seat with higher rear-facing height and weight limits be used.  An appropriate child restraint system is one that meets your child’s size and weight recommended by the manufacturer.

Any questions, please contact Troop C at (607)561-7400 and ask for Traffic.