Helmet Laws in Indiana

STATUTE:

Title 9. Motor Vehicles. Article 19. Motor Vehicle Equipment. Chapter 7. Motorcycle Equipment. 9-19-7-1 Minors; protective headgear and face shields. Section 1. :

"An Individual less than eighteen (18) years of age who is operating or riding on a motorcycle shall do the following:

"(1) Wear protective headgear meeting the minimum standards set by the bureau.
"(2) Wear protective glasses, goggles, or transparent face shields."

STANDARDS:

The statute defines "protective headgear" as a helmet that meets the standards established by the United States Department of Transportation under 49 CFR 571.218 as in effect January 1, 1979. . . ."

COURT DECISIONS:

We have not found any published cases from any of the Indiana courts of record regarding challenges of the state's helmet law on constitutional grounds, or any other.

WEBSITES:

• Indiana State Legislature
• Indiana General Assembly
• Indiana DMV