Can a five year old ride in the front seat of a jeep with no airbags in Alabama?

In Alabama, the law requires that children under the age of 6 must be secured in a child safety seat in the back seat of a vehicle. While the absence of airbags may seem to make the front seat safer for a five-year-old, it's generally recommended to keep young children in the back seat regardless of airbag presence, as it offers better protection in the event of a crash. Therefore, it is not advisable for a five-year-old to ride in the front seat of a vehicle, including a Jeep, without appropriate safety measures in place.