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Michigan Motorcycle Helmet Law
All people riding a motorcycle (and anyone less than 19 years of age operating a moped on a public thoroughfare), are required to wear a safety helmet. That means that both you and your passenger must always wear a USDOT, ANSI, or Snell approved helmet. Michigan State Police can approve the helmet. You also need to wear eye protection when riding at speeds of 35 mph or more.
Section 257.658 of the Michigan Vehicle Code reads as follows:
- A person propelling a bicycle or operating a motorcycle or moped shall not ride other than upon and astride a permanent and regular seat attached to that vehicle.
- A bicycle or motorcycle shall not be used to carry more persons at 1 time than the number for which it is designed and equipped.
- A moped shall not be used to carry more than 1 person at a time.
- A person operating or riding on a motorcycle, and any person less than 19 years of age operating a moped on a public thoroughfare shall wear a crash helmet on his or her head. Crash helmets shall be approved by the department of state police. The department of state police shall promulgate rules for the implementation of this section pursuant to the administrative procedures act of 1969, 1969 PA 306, MCL 24.201 to 24.315. Rules in effect on June 1, 1970, shall apply to helmets required by this act. This subsection does not apply to a person operating or riding in an autocycle if the vehicle is equipped with a roof which meets or exceeds standards for a crash helmet.
- A person operating or riding in an autocycle shall wear seat belts when on a public highway in this state.
Recently, several bills have been introduced in the House of Representatives which would allow motorcyclists the option to ride without their helmets. (See House Bills 4028, 4747, and 4907, sponsored by Representative Richard LeBlanc (D-Westland)) However, these bills are not law as of yet.
What if I was injured and I Was Not Wearing a Helmet?
If you were not wearing a helmet at the time of the collision, you can still sue for your injuries. However, the fact that you were not wearing one will likely have a direct result on the amount of money you will receive if your injuries could have been prevent by wearing a helmet. A jury will likely find you to be comparatively at fault for your injuries.
It is very important that you speak with someone very familiar with the intricacies of Michigan's motorcycle laws. Contact Michael@Michigan-Auto-Attorney.com or 800-281-0606 for a free consultation. As always, the advice is free and there is no fee unless you collect.
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