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It is never illegal to wear a helmet. But sometimes it's illegal not to wear one.
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Do you think all motorcyle riders should be required to wear a helmet?
Absolutely it is very important for motorcycle riders to wear a helmet. It is also very illegal in most state for a motorcyclist to drive without a helmet, it is for the saftey of the driver.
Is it illegal to not wear a helmet in new york?
Yes it is illegal not to wear a motorcycle helmet while riding in and around New YorK. See the related Link below. And the helmet must meet the requirements of section 571.218 of the federal motor vehicle safety standards. So a salad strainer and a bit of string ain't gonna cut it.
Do cyclists have to wear helmets?
It is not illegal to ride a two or three wheeled motor vehicle without a helmet but some form of eye protection is required. On a Bike it is illegal to ride a bicycle without a helmet if you are under 16.
Why do you have to wear a helmet?
Helmets are worn to protect your head from concussion or fatal injuries that have a relation to heads. If you wear a helmet while riding a bike, there is a chance you might fall but the helmet saving you. It is law that you were a helmet when riding a bike or motorcycle, ATV, etc.. If you are caught by the law not wearing a helmet while riding said vehicles, you may be fined around $20 - $200.
What is the rule about wearing skull caps under a football helmet?
It is illegal to wear them in high school for safety reasons.
It is important that a rider of any age wear their helmet any time they are on a horses?
As far as I am aware, in most if not all countries, it is illegal to ride a horse without a helmet. (Unless with special permission.)
How old do you have to be to not wear a helmet in Ottawa?
Everyone has to wear a helmet no matter what age! :)
Who must wear a motorcycle helmet?
any one under 21 MUST wear a helmet, but anyone over has to have insurance but doesn't have to wear a helmet
Do you have to wear a motorcycle helmet in Washington?
It depends on your age. If you are 16 you have to wear a helmet. But if you want your head to get blown off that's on you. It is safe to wear a helmet for protection.
Do you have to wear a helmet with heelies?
It is up to you, however the manufactures suggest you should wear a helmet.
Do you have to wear a helmet while long boarding?
It is probably better to do so, but I do not think it is illegal not to. But hey, it's your head, you are the one who will bust it open.
Is it illegal to wear a motorcycle helmet backwards in Ontario?
I assume you are talking about a half-style helmet. Any other type would be impossible to wear backwards. Even so, all helmets are designed to be worn one way, and provide the most protection that way.
