D.C. Motorcycle Helmet Law

Washington D.C. Motorcycle Helmet Law

Washington D.C. D.C. has full motorcycle helmet laws for all motorcycle riders!

 

UNIVERSAL: 
MOTORCYCLE HELMETS REQUIRED FOR ALL RIDERS 

Eye Protection 
Required unless equipped with wind screen. 

Daytime Use Of Headlight 
Modulating headlight permitted. 

Passenger Seat 
Required if carrying a passenger. 
Passenger Footrests 
Required if carrying a passenger. 

Mirror 
Required by law. 

Periodic Safety Inspection 
Required by law. 

Radar Detector 
Prohibited to use or possess.