Atkinson is an English-language surname. The name is derived from a patronymic form of the Middle English Atkin.
These are much more conservative than state laws, in general (for instance, everyone should be in a booster seat from about age 4 to at least age 8) but remain less conservative than some of the european standards (for instance, the European Child Safety Alliance recommends that children remain in rear-facing carseats until 3 years of age).
Child Car Seat Laws. 1  Children under 8 years old must ride in an approved safety seat or booster that is suited for their height and weight. 2  Children 8 years old and under must ride in the back seat.