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Arkansas Motorcycle Helmet Law Laws (2026)

Conditional: Arkansas requires a helmet only for operators and passengers under 21.

ConditionalVerified Jul 30, 2026

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Arkansas requires a helmet only for operators and passengers under 21. See Ark. Code 27-20-104.

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Motorcycle Helmet Law in states bordering Arkansas

The same rule in each neighboring state LawLert has verified, from that state’s own official source.

LouisianaRestricted
Louisiana requires every operator and rider of a motorcycle or motor-driven cycle to wear a helmet, at any age. See La. R.S. 32:190.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: legis.la.gov · Full Louisiana rule →
MississippiRestricted
Mississippi requires a helmet for everyone: no one may operate or ride a motorcycle or motor scooter without a crash helmet, at any age. See Miss. Code 63-7-64.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: billstatus.ls.state.ms.us · Full Mississippi rule →
MissouriConditional
Missouri requires a helmet for riders under 26 and for any permit holder. Riders 26 and older may go without one. See RSMo 302.020.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: revisor.mo.gov · Full Missouri rule →
OklahomaConditional
Oklahoma requires a helmet only for riders under 18; adults are exempt. See 47 O.S. 12-609.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: oscn.net · Full Oklahoma rule →
TennesseeRestricted
In Tennessee, every motorcycle driver and passenger must wear a crash helmet. See TCA 55-9-302.
Verified Aug 2, 2026 · Source: capitol.tn.gov · Full Tennessee rule →
TexasConditional
Texas requires riders under 21 to wear a helmet. Riders 21 and older are exempt if they have completed a safety course or carry at least $10,000 in medical insurance. See Tex. Transp. Code 661.003.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: statutes.capitol.texas.gov · Full Texas rule →

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