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District of Columbia Motorcycle Helmet Law Laws (2026)

Restricted: The District of Columbia requires a helmet for everyone: no one may operate or ride a motorcycle without an approved helmet, at any age.

RestrictedVerified Jun 18, 2026

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The District of Columbia requires a helmet for everyone: no one may operate or ride a motorcycle without an approved helmet, at any age. See 18 DCMR 2215.

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Motorcycle Helmet Law in states bordering District of Columbia

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

MarylandRestricted
Maryland requires a helmet for everyone: no one may operate or ride a motorcycle without protective headgear, at any age. See Md. Transp. 21-1306.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: mgaleg.maryland.gov · Full Maryland rule →
VirginiaRestricted
Virginia requires all motorcycle operators and passengers to wear protective helmets. See Va. Code 46.2-910.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: law.lis.virginia.gov · Full Virginia rule →

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