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Motorcycle Laws and Accidents – Information from Our Lawyers in New York City
Many states have created laws regulating motorcycle safety measures due to the inherent danger in motorcycle operation and the devastating results of motorcycle accidents. Our motorcycle accident lawyers based in New York City are experienced, aggressive, and represent cases nationally. They are tried and tested; we get results for victims nationwide. Below is a state by state list of motorcycle laws and regulations. We have also provided information on what to do after a motorcycle crash and motorcycle accident FAQs. If you have additional questions contact Proner & Proner or your local Department of Motor Vehicles.
Motorcycle Law Guide
Helmet laws and other motorcycle laws can be a problem for motorcyclists traveling from state to state – different laws apply as a motorcyclist crosses each state line. We monitor the helmet laws of the 50 states, as well as the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. In addition, we do our best to record the requirements for headlight use and protective eyewear in each state.
Below is a chart compiled from State DMVs and other sources; the listings may not always reflect the current laws. Contact the motorcycle accident lawyers at our New York firm for more information or a case evaluation.
STATE
HELMET LAWS
OTHER MOTORCYCLE LAWS
Alabama
All drivers and passengers must wear a helmet
Drivers and passengers must wear shoes
Alaska
Drivers under 19, drivers with a learning permit, and all passengers
Arizona
Drivers and passengers under 19 must wear a helmet
All drivers and passengers must wear protective eyewear (unless motorcycle has full windshield) No passenger unless there are handholds and footrests
Arkansas
Drivers and passengers under 21 must wear a helmet and eyewear
Drivers and passengers must wear protective eyewear. No passenger unless there are handholds and footrests
California
All drivers and passengers must wear a helmet
Headlight required in the daytime
Colorado
No helmet requirements
Drivers and passengers must wear protective eyewear
Connecticut
Drivers and passengers under 18 must wear a helmet
Headlight required in the daytime
Delaware
Drivers and passengers under 19 must wear a helmet
Drivers and passengers must wear protective eyewear
Florida
Drivers and passengers under 21 must wear a helmet and eyewear. Drivers and passengers over 21 may elect not to wear a helmet if they have over $10,000 in medical insurance.
Headlight required in the daytime. Drivers and passengers must wear protective eyewear.
Georgia
All drivers and passengers must wear a helmet
Headlight required in the daytime. Drivers and passengers must wear protective eyewear.
Hawaii
Drivers and passengers under 18 must wear a helmet
All drivers and passengers must wear protective eyewear (unless motorcycle has full windshield)
Idaho
Drivers and passengers under 18 must wear a helmet
Illinois
No helmet requirements
Drivers and passengers must wear protective eyewear
Indiana
No helmet requirements
Headlight required in the daytime. Drivers and passengers must wear protective eyewear
Iowa
Drivers and passengers under 18 must wear a helmet
Headlight required in the daytime
Kansas
Drivers and passengers under 18 must wear a helmet
Headlight required in the daytime. All drivers and passengers must wear protective eyewear (unless motorcycle has full windshield)
Kentucky
Drivers and passengers under 21 must wear a helmet
All drivers and passengers must wear protective eyewear (unless motorcycle has full windshield)
Louisiana
Drivers and passengers under 18 must wear a helmet. Drivers and passengers over 18 may elect not to wear a helmet if they have over $10,000 in medical insurance
Drivers and passengers must wear protective eyewear
Maine
Drivers and passengers under 15, drivers with a learning permit, and drivers who have had their motorcycle license less than one year must wear a helmet
Headlight required in the daytime
Maryland
All drivers and passengers must wear a helmet. Helmet reflectorization is required.
All drivers and passengers must wear protective eyewear (unless motorcycle has full windshield)
Massachusetts
All drivers and passengers must wear a helmet
Michigan
All drivers and passengers must wear a helmet
All drivers and passengers must wear protective eyewear (unless motorcycle has full windshield). Eyewear required for speeds over 35 miles per hour.
Minnesota
Drivers and passengers under 18 must wear a helmet
Headlight required in the daytime. Drivers and passengers must wear protective eyewear.
Mississippi
All drivers and passengers must wear a helmet
Missouri
All drivers and passengers must wear a helmet
Montana
Drivers and passengers under 18 must wear a helmet
Headlight required in the daytime
Nebraska
All drivers and passengers must wear a helmet
Nevada
All drivers and passengers must wear a helmet
All drivers and passengers must wear protective eyewear (unless motorcycle has full windshield)
New Hampshire
Drivers and passengers under 18 must wear a helmet
All drivers and passengers must wear protective eyewear (unless motorcycle has full windshield)
New Jersey
All drivers and passengers must wear a helmet. Helmet reflectorization is required
New Mexico
Drivers and passengers under 18 must wear a helmet. Helmet reflectorization is required.
All drivers and passengers must wear protective eyewear (unless motorcycle has full windshield)
New York
All drivers and passengers must wear a helmet. Helmet reflectorization is required.
Headlight required in the daytime. Drivers and passengers must wear protective eyewear.
North Carolina
All drivers and passengers must wear a helmet
Headlight required in the daytime
North Dakota
Drivers and passengers under 18 must wear a helmet. Helmet reflectorization is required.
Ohio
Drivers and passengers under 18 must wear a helmet
All drivers and passengers must wear protective eyewear (unless motorcycle has full windshield)
Oklahoma
Drivers and passengers under 18 must wear a helmet
Headlight required in the daytime. All drivers and passengers must wear protective eyewear (unless motorcycle has full windshield).
Oregon
All drivers and passengers must wear a helmet
Drivers and passengers must wear protective eyewear
Pennsylvania
Helmets required except for motorcyclists age 21 and over who have had their motorcycle license at least two years, or who have completed an approved rider safety course
Headlight required in the daytime
Rhode Island
Drivers and passengers under 21 must wear a helmet and eyewear. Novice riders and passengers must wear a helmet.
Drivers and passengers must wear protective eyewear
South Carolina
Drivers and passengers under 21 must wear a helmet. Helmet reflectorization is required.
Headlight required in the daytime. All drivers and passengers must wear protective eyewear (unless motorcycle has full windshield).
South Dakota
Drivers and passengers under 18 must wear a helmet
All drivers and passengers must wear protective eyewear (unless motorcycle has full windshield)
Tennessee
All drivers and passengers must wear a helmet
Headlight required in the daytime. All drivers and passengers must wear protective eyewear (unless motorcycle has full windshield)
Texas
Drivers and passengers under 21 must wear a helmet. Drivers and passengers over 21 may elect not to wear a helmet if they have over $10,000 in medical Insurance.
Headlight required in the daytime
Utah
Drivers and passengers under 18 must wear a helmet
Vermont
All drivers and passengers must wear a helmet. Helmet reflectorization is required.
All drivers and passengers must wear protective eyewear (unless motorcycle has full windshield)
Virginia
All drivers and passengers must wear a helmet
All drivers and passengers must wear protective eyewear (unless motorcycle has full windshield)
Washington
All drivers and passengers must wear a helmet
Headlight required in the daytime. All drivers and passengers must wear protective eyewear (unless motorcycle has full windshield).
Wisconsin
Drivers and passengers under 18 must wear a helmet
Headlight required in the daytime
Wyoming
Drivers and passengers under 18 must wear a helmet
Headlight required in the daytime
District of Columbia
All drivers and passengers must wear a helmet
All drivers and passengers must wear protective eyewear (unless motorcycle has full windshield)
Puerto Rico
All drivers and passengers must wear a helmet
Headlight required in the daytime. All drivers and passengers must wear protective eyewear (unless motorcycle has full windshield)
Contact Proner and Proner – National Motorcycle Accident Lawyers Based in New York City
Proner & Proner helps victims of motorcycle accidents in New York and across the country. If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in a crash, contact our motorcycle accident lawyers in our New York office today. We will evaluate your case and help you get your life back on track. Our motorcycle accident lawyers will aggressively litigate your case and defend your rights as a victim.
