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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

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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