The Motorcycle Helmet

23 V.S.A. § 1256 — every rider and passenger wears a helmet meeting federal standards

No one may operate or ride on a motorcycle on a highway without properly wearing protective headgear that meets the federal motor vehicle safety standard. Occupants of a fully enclosed autocycle are excepted.

23 V.S.A. § 1256

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23 V.S.A. § 1256 — Motorcycles; headgear

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