Underage Motorists Required to Wear Approved Headgear While Driving
There are many laws that have to do with safety requirements when it comes to driving, regarding seatbelts and helmets. Many people may think that the law should not be getting involved in these matters, and that people should have a choice as to whether they want to use the safety measures in certain situations, but the truth is that a lot of people have a sense of invincibility and would likely not take these safety precautions if it were not legally mandated. As such, the law exists to protect people, which is why it is a good idea to follow the law in this regard. The law differs from state to state, and there are specific laws that pertain to underage motorists in the state of Florida. If you have questions or concerns about these laws, contact your Bradenton personal injury attorney. 
If an underaged person is riding a motorcycle, mopeds, or bicycle in the state of Florida, they will often be required to wear a helmet. If you are riding a motorcycle in Florida, you need to wear a federally approved type of helmet while operating the vehicle unless you are both over 21 years old and covered by a minimum of $10,000 in medical insurance that is reserved for injuries that can happen while riding a motorcycle. If the person is on a moped, anyone under the age of 16 must always wear a helmet while operating or riding on the moped. Additionally, when riding a bicycle, anyone under the age of 16 is required to wear protective headgear. It is always a good idea to follow these guidelines, but it is not an option for people under the specified ages.
If you have any issues with underage motorists having to wear headgear or are having a legal conflict that concerns this set of laws, you should contact our Bradenton personal injury attorney of Neri Law Group. Shannan Neri is a Bradenton personal injury attorney; she and other attorneys at Neri Law Group have all of the experience and expertise to be able to help you with any problem you may be having in this area.
