Judge Rules State Helmet Law Unconstitutional

Sharon

Sharon

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"Anything's a helmet; I mean, a Dixie cup on a shoe string. I mean, there's no physical description of a helmet whatsoever.

The only thing that the California law requires is that it has the letters DOT," Quigley said.
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Are refunds in order? :lol:
 
Tomcat

Tomcat

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Maryland is about the same. You must wear an approved helmet, yet there is not a list approved helmets. There was someone around here years ago doing about the same thing as the guy in the article, the Judge got tired of seeing him but nothing ever happened.
 
RoseRed

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Tomcat said:
Maryland is about the same. You must wear an approved helmet, yet there is not a list approved helmets. There was someone around here years ago doing about the same thing as the guy in the article, the Judge got tired of seeing him but nothing ever happened.
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It was :gossip:
 
Ken King

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ylexot said:
I thought the Maryland law was that it must be a DOT approved helmet. :shrug:
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From § 21-1306. Equipment for riders.

(b) Required headgear.- An individual may not operate or ride on a motorcycle unless the individual is wearing protective headgear that meets the standards established by the Administrator.
 
Ken King

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Ken King said:
From § 21-1306. Equipment for riders.

(b) Required headgear.- An individual may not operate or ride on a motorcycle unless the individual is wearing protective headgear that meets the standards established by the Administrator.
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Then from the MVA site:

* Certified Helmet *

*In Maryland, individuals may not operate or ride on a motorcycle unless they wear a helmet that is certified to meet the standards established by the Department of Transportation. Helmets provide protection; they do not prevent crashes. Helmets protect the wearer’s head and brain by reducing and dispersing the force created by a blow or impact during a crash. A helmet has four basic components that work together to provide protection:

* Outer shell - The outer shell may be composed of polycarbonate, thermoplastic, kevlar, carbon fiber, graphite, fiberglass or a combination of these materials. It is designed to resist penetration and disperses the initial blow to the shock-absorbing liner.
* Shock-absorbing liner - the shock-absorbing liner is a firm expanding polystyrene system about one inch thick that helps absorb the impact and disperse the shock.
* Comfort liner - This liner improves the helmet’s fit and overall “wearability”. This liner may be terry cloth, velour, brushed nylon or micro fiber. In addition to comfort, this liner keeps the helmet snug to the wearer’s head.
* Retention system - The chinstraps secure the helmet to the wearer’s head. The chinstraps must be fastened so the helmet can function properly.

*All helmets sold in the United States for use by motorcyclists since 1973 must comply with the Federal Vehicle Safety Standard 218 (FMVSS 218). This standard is the minimum standard for helmets required to be worn by motorcycle operators and passengers in Maryland. The helmet manufacturers test their helmets and certify their compliance with the federal standard by permanently affixing a DOT label to the helmet. The manufacturer affixes the DOT on the back of the helmet so that it is easily visible. Consumers should not purchase a helmet unless it bears the DOT label applied by the manufacturer.

*An improperly fitted helmet will not do its job and may prove to be very uncomfortable when you are riding. Take the time to fit your helmet properly. Try on several helmets from different manufacturers and in various sizes. Do not purchase a used helmet. A helmet should fit snugly, not tightly.
 
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