Indiana § 9-19-7-1 - Minors; protective headgear and face shields; exception for autocycles
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§ 9-19-7-1. Minors; protective headgear and face shields; exception for autocycles
Sec. 1. (a) This section does not apply to an individual who is operating or riding in an autocycle.
(b) An individual less than eighteen (18) years of age who is operating or riding on a motorcycle or motor driven cycle on the streets or highways shall do the following:
(1) Wear 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.
(2) Wear protective glasses, goggles, or transparent face shields.
[Pre-1991 Recodification Citation: 9-8-9-3.1 part.]
As added by P.L.2-1991, SEC.7. Amended by P.L.221-2014, SEC.34; P.L.82-2015, SEC.3.
Source: official Indiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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