<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by orlandochris
So am I correct in the understanding that a 5 year old doesn't need a car seat, so long as the seatbelt fits correctly?[/quote]Yes, that's correct according to the above. Unless he fits into this criteria:

Children from approximately 40-80 pounds and 4'9" should ride in a belt positioning booster seat.