Well, I have not been in a patrol car for some time now (behind a desk getting fatter), but when Im out and about I do see people slow down or change lanes. Even with this law and I was still on patrol, I would definitely still be looking over my shoulder; furthermore, Im more occupied with the person/vehicle I stopped. What I didnt like is when people I am stopping did not pull to the right, instead they will just go to the left along the passing/travel lane leaving about 2 feet of room from traffic. That pissed me off and I would write a ticket for that.

 

Cool, because all I could find was it was left in committee an I wasn't sure when the session was over.

However, just because it didn't pass this year doesn't mean it wont be back next.
If the Sen. has the right people pushing him or he has a personal agenda it will be back just under a different bill#.

When I was dealing with the legislators about 4x4's and rivers they kept coming back each year till they got it passed.

 

With all due respect, but applying for, providing the appropriate information, and receiving the 'Helmet Exemption' sticker (all of $5.00) would have avoided such a situation and corresponding hassle(s). Having said sticker on your plate demonstrates that you havesubmitted the information required to the TxDPS, it has been verified,and that you are incompliance with the law. Just my .02.

 

I was not bitchin about the ticket, the law is the law. I already have and have had for awhile all that I need to get the sticker just haven't got around to it.

Besides, I had a good long chat with the officers after I got the ticket asking questions while they stood there sweating in their helmets and gear , we were in a nice sunny parking lot.

 

Yeah, I hear ya'. After being pulled over myself a few weeks back for the same thing, I figured I'd go ahead and get the sticker. I mean, what the helll? Sent my info in and receivedthe stickerback in no time flat. Guess it can't hurt to have it on the plate for those times when I happen to ride sans a lid.

 

Yep,you have 2 more years to prepare for it.

 

Any time the government, Fed, State, or local, tries to do anything that's for "my own good" all I hear are two words - BEND OVER ! [:'(]

 

Is this a new law or a proposed new law? WTF. The Texas legislature is not in session and will not be for another (almost) two years. I do not think any laws relating to motorcycles passed in the last term of the Tx legislature. I could be wrong.


Oops. I had not read the previous post when I initially posted this. My question has been answered. Thanks.

 

Loud Helmets save lives.

 

PA modified the helmet law! The battles never ends, on the table now is noise pollution!! a local mayor says you can have drag pipes and go thru his city, just don't bang on it and you'll be fine....it's called PERSONNEL RESPONSIBILITY.....but that is a fight..........I know this is not the political forum, but everyone needs to join their states ABATE or biker rights organization to help fight against governmental pressure. I sold my stock pipes and don't plan on buyer another set!!! In some cases, we are our own worst enemy!!!
ride smart, ride alot!!!


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