Florida · Florida Statutes — Title XXIII, Motor Vehicles

Fla. Stat. (Motor Vehicles) § 316.211: Equipment for motorcycle and moped riders

Infraction

What this law says, in plain English

Motorcycle and moped riders must wear DOT-approved helmets and eye protection, with exceptions for enclosed cabs, small-displacement bikes, riders over 21 with insurance, and minors under 16 on mopeds. Violations are noncriminal traffic infractions.

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