Autonomous Vehicle Laws: Connecticut
Authorizes AV testing with a human operator.
Connecticut
GHSA maintains data on state laws surrounding a number of highway safety issues. Below is information regarding laws in the state of Connecticut. For more information, consult the State Highway Safety Office.
Bicycle Helmet Laws: Connecticut
Bicycle helmets required for all riders under 16.
Motorcycle Helmet Laws: Connecticut
Helmets required for all riders under 17. Universal helmet law repealed 1976.
Sobriety Checkpoint Laws: Connecticut
Checkpoints are conducted. Their legality is upheld under state Constitution.
Mature Driver Laws: Connecticut
Length of Regular Renewal Cycle
Choice of 4 or 6 years
Provisions for Mature Drivers
65 and over: choice of 2- or 6-year renewal, mail renewal requires demonstration of hardship
Drug-Impaired Driving Laws: Connecticut
DUID Zero Tolerance or Per se Laws for Some Drugs
- None
Marijuana-Specific Laws
- Possession and Use: Decriminalized and legal for medical use
- Impaired Driving: None
Speed Limit Laws: Connecticut
Rural Interstates
| Cars (MPH) | Trucks (MPH) |
|---|---|
| 65 | 65 |
Urban Interstates
| Cars (MPH) | Trucks (MPH) |
|---|---|
| 55 | 55 |
Other Limited Access Roads
| Cars (MPH) | Trucks (MPH) |
|---|---|
| 65 | 65 |
Alcohol Impaired Driving Laws: Connecticut
Penalties
| Increased Penalty for High BAC | Administrative License Suspension on First Offense | Limited Driving Privileges During Suspension | Vehicle and License Plate Sanctions |
|---|---|---|---|
| .16 | 90 days | Yes |
Ignition Interlocks
Mandatory for all convictions
Child Passenger Safety Laws: Connecticut
Child Restraint Required
Under 2 yrs or under 30 lbs in rear-facing restraint system
2-4 yrs or 30-40 lbs in child restraint system
5-7 yrs or 40-60 lbs in child restraint or booster seat
Booster seats only with a lap and shoulder belt
Adult Safety Belt Permissible
8-15 years and 60 lbs or over
Maximum Fine for 1st Offense
$92
Teen and Novice Drivers: Connecticut
An overview of graduated driver's licensing laws and other laws pertaining to teen drivers in Connecticut.