Myrtle Beach helmet law shot down
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Just read in the American Motorcyclist magazine that the SC Supreme Court struck down the Myrtle Beach law that required riders to wear helmets within the Myrtle Beach City limits. It stated "We find that the City Helmet Ordinance fails under implied field preemption due to the need for statewide uniformity and therefore issue a declaratory judgment invalidating the ordinance."
Looks like a loss for Myrtle Beach!
Looks like a loss for Myrtle Beach!
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I was in North Myrtle during the 4th of July and still didn't spend any $$$$$ in Myrtle Beach. I don't plan to ever stay there again, even when I'm in my SUV instead of on my bike. If they don't want me there when I'm on my bike, they don't deserve me at all. I'll stay north or south of MB.
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Article didn't give dates but would think it's in effect the day of the ruling. Think I'll cut the article out and put it in my bag. Then take a ride down without the helmet on and when pulled over hand the po-po the article. I probably should make a phone call to make sure the ruling is in effect first!
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We just spent several days in the Chicago area and I saw so many riders without helmets on that it almost made me sick. I wouldn't ride my scoot around my subdivision without a helmet on, let alone the Interstate at 80 mph.
I understand the personal freedom aspect and that the 'gubment' can't control you in your personal space, but come on. Your brain is the most important part of your body. I'd rather have every bone in my body break and not be a vegetable than feel a little "wind in my hair".
Just my humble opinion though.
I understand the personal freedom aspect and that the 'gubment' can't control you in your personal space, but come on. Your brain is the most important part of your body. I'd rather have every bone in my body break and not be a vegetable than feel a little "wind in my hair".
Just my humble opinion though.
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