Is riding a bike without a helmet illegal?

Depending on where you live, it might be illegal for you or your child to ride a bicycle without wearing a helmet. read more

If you ride a bike, you need to wear a helmet. At present, 22 states, including the District of Columbia, have statewide laws regarding mandatory helmet use by minors. Proposed legislation in California would make it the first state to require helmets for adult cyclists. read more

This depends very much on location. In the UK, a helmet is not legal requirement. In Australia, it is. In the US and Canada, it depends on the exact state/province/city, and in some places, age of the rider. read more

Since bicycle helmet laws vary by both state and locality, it is important to check the local laws in your region to determine whether it is illegal for you or your child to ride a bike without a helmet -- that is, unless you live in states where there are no state or local laws mandating bike helmet use. read more