Motorcycle Helmet Laws: Michigan
Motorcycle Helmet Required?
Helmets required for riders under 21 or for riders and passengers without additional insurance. Universal helmet law repealed 2012.
GHSA maintains data on state laws surrounding a number of highway safety issues. Below is information regarding laws in the state of Michigan. For more information, consult the State Highway Safety Office.
Helmets required for riders under 21 or for riders and passengers without additional insurance. Universal helmet law repealed 2012.
4 years
None
Zero tolerance for some drugs
Legal for medical and recreational use
Zero tolerance for THC
70 (75 on select segments)
65
70
60; 55 if speed limit for cars is less than 70 MPH
70
60; 55 if speed limit for cars is less than 70 MPH
Mandatory for high BAC (0.17) and repeat convictions
Yes
Yes
0.17
30-180 days
After 45 days
Under age 8 and under 57" tall
Under 4 yrs in rear seat if available
8-15 yrs or 57" or taller
17 years
14 / 9
6
50 (10)
16
10 p.m. - 5 a.m.
No more than 1 under 21
Primary
16 and over
Front
All drivers. Primary law.
Yes (effective June 30, 2023)
Yes, handheld ban. Primary law.
Yes, handheld ban. Primary law.
None (State law requires law enforcement to witness violations)
n/a
None (State law requires law enforcement to witness violations)
n/a
Motorcycle Helmet Required?
Helmets required for riders under 21 or for riders and passengers without additional insurance. Universal helmet law repealed 2012.
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Length of Regular Renewal Cycle
4 years
DUID Zero Tolerance or Per se Laws for Some Drugs
Zero tolerance for some drugs.
Rural Interstates: Cars (MPH)
70 (75 on select segments)
Ignition Interlocks
Mandatory for high BAC (0.17) and repeat convictions
Child Restraint Required
Under age 8 and under 57" tall
Under 4 yrs in rear seat, if available
Full Privilege Minimum Age
17 years
Type of Law
Primary
Hand-Held Ban?
Yes (effective June 30, 2023)