Current through 2024 Legislative Session
Section 39-10.2-06 - Equipment for motorcycle riders1. No person under the age of eighteen years may operate or ride upon a motorcycle unless a safety helmet meeting United States department of transportation standards is being worn on the head of the operator and rider, except when participating in a lawful parade. If the operator of a motorcycle is required to wear a safety helmet, any passenger must also wear a safety helmet regardless of the age of the passenger.2. This section does not apply to persons riding within an enclosed cab or on a golf cart.3. No person may operate a motorcycle if a person under the age of eighteen years is a passenger upon that motorcycle and is not wearing a safety helmet as provided in subsection 1.Amended by S.L. 2011, ch. 271 (HB 1103),§ 16, eff. 8/1/2011.