Online Critics Attack Hilary Duff Over 3-Year-Old Absent From Car Seat

An Instagram video showed Hilary Duff's 3-year-old, Banks, away from her car seat.

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In the clip posted by Molly Bernard, the mother and daughter were on a car ride.

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Fans commented that California laws prevent under 8-year-olds from riding without a car seat or booster.

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Enraged critics posited that Banks could have died in an accident without the car seat.

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Last Fall, Duff posted a touching Instagram tribute to her husband of over 3 years, Matthew Koma.

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The "Lizzy McGuire" actress credited Koma for taking care of the kids and chores despite working full-time.

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Duff also praised her spouse for supporting her new show.

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The "This Heart" singer stars on the "How I Met Your Mother" spin-off.

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