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1276 – 1276

New York Vehicle & Traffic § 1276

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NY VAT § 1276 - Operators to wear protective headgear 1276. Operators to wear protective headgear. 1. No person shall ride upon, propel or otherwise operate an electric personal assistive mobility device unless such person is wearing a helmet meeting standards established by the commissioner pursuant to the provisions of subdivision two-a of section twelve hundred thirty-eight of this title. As used in this subdivision, wearing a helmet means having a properly

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In simple terms: Learn about New York's 1276 law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.