Bob
17th August 2004, 23:53
The merry-go-round of ‘Which states require a helmet’ continues as Louisiana brings in a compulsory helmet law.
The statute now reads "No person shall operate or ride upon any motorcycle, motor driven cycle, or motorized bicycle unless the person is equipped with and is wearing on the head a safety helmet of the type and design manufactured for use by operators of such vehicles, which shall be secured properly with a chin strap while the vehicle is in motion."
A DOT sticker must be adhered to the back of the helmet, and the visor and proper eyewear is also required.
The Louisiana State Police will start enforcing the new law today.
The statute now reads "No person shall operate or ride upon any motorcycle, motor driven cycle, or motorized bicycle unless the person is equipped with and is wearing on the head a safety helmet of the type and design manufactured for use by operators of such vehicles, which shall be secured properly with a chin strap while the vehicle is in motion."
A DOT sticker must be adhered to the back of the helmet, and the visor and proper eyewear is also required.
The Louisiana State Police will start enforcing the new law today.