22 years ago (has it really been THAT long?), we got rid of this law.
I think everybody should wear a helmet every time. Not wearing a helmet is extremely stupid and dangerous. I’ve known lots of people who have riden without a helmet and have been fine, but I also had a cousin that died that way.
That being said, this feels like a “protect me from myself” or “we’ll decide for you, since you can’t be trusted to make good choices.” law. I think I’d rather it stay the way it is, let people make their own poor choices.
I’m curious what others think.
I’m pretty sure, if wearing a helmet would have made a difference, then they aren’t going to need an ambulance.
It’s the difference between brains in your head or out.
Really, people with helmets are more of a strain on the healthcare system. Most bike injuries are severe abrasions and broken bones.
As my ER colleagues call them, donor-cycles.