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States began to adopt laws on wearing helmets for bicycle riding in 1987. [1] There are a total of 22 state laws for bicycle helmets and 201 local laws. [1] Each year about 2% of motor vehicle crash deaths are bicyclists. In a majority of bicyclist deaths, the most serious injuries are to the head. [3]
A 2019 study found that bicycle helmet laws in Australia led to a substantial decline in bicycle-related fatalities. [53] A 2006 BMJ study found that enforced helmet laws did not lead to a reduction in head injuries. [54] This study was the subject of vigorous debate. [55] [56] [57] Changes in head injury with the New Zealand bicycle helmet law ...
Bicycle law in the United States is the law of the United States that regulates the use of bicycles. Although bicycle law is a relatively new specialty within the law, first appearing in the late 1980s, its roots date back to the 1880s and 1890s, when cyclists were using the courts to assert a legal right to use the roads.
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Starting April 1, 2023, all individuals must make a "duty of effort" to wear a helmet. There is no penalty for not wearing a helmet. [37] [38] Jersey: 13 2014 Failure to comply with the Law could result in a fine being issued. [39] Latvia: 12 2014 Malta: 10 2004 Bicycles: Only under 10 year olds riding as passengers on an adult's bicycle are ...
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