It is illegal to leave a child age six or younger unattended in a vehicle on a hot day:
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Only when the vehicle is parked in a restricted area.
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Even if the child is secured in a child passenger restraint system.
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If the child is supervised by a person twelve years of age or older.
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Explanation
Leaving a child 6 years old or younger unattended in a motor vehicle is extremely dangerous and can result in the child’s injury or death. This is especially true on hot days as the temperatures inside the vehicle can rise quickly and dangerously. The child may become dehydrated, overheat and suffer a heatstroke, or even die.
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