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    Top Helmets

    Motorcycles

    Helmets must be worn by riders under 18 and by instructional permit holders.

    Bicycles

    Helmets are not required, regardless of age.

    Top Headlights

    Vehicles

    Headlights must be used:

    • Between sunset and sunrise
    • When visibility dims to 500 feet or less
    • When windshield wipers are used in rain, snow, hail, sleet or fog

    Motorcycles

    Daytime use is required by law.

    Bicycles

    When riding at night, your bike must be equipped with a front white light visible from 500 feet, and a red rear reflector approved by the Department of Public Safety that's visible from 600 feet.

    Top Cell Phones

    Drivers under 18 are banned from using cell phones while driving, except in the case of an emergency.

    Top Child Car Seat Laws

    • Children must be at least eight years old or be at least four feet, nine inches tall in order to just use a seat belt when riding in a car. Otherwise, they must use a federally-approved safety or booster seat.
    • Infants under one and weighing less than 20 pounds must ride in a rear-facing car seat

    If you're in the market for one, you can shop online for a child car seat at any time. When ordering, be sure the car seat matches your child's height, weight and age.

    Visit Minnesota's Child Passenger Safety Program for more information, and links to certified specialists who can ensure proper installation of your child safety seat. The state recommends ― although it's not the law ― that children use a safety seat until they are at least four feet, nine inches tall, even if they're eight years old.

    Top Reporting Drunk or Dangerous Drivers

    Dial 911. Provide the vehicle's license plate number, make, model, location and travel direction.

    You can also report a reckless driver by completing an online form monitored by Minnesota's State Patrol. Your personal information remains private. Use this form for reckless behavior on freeways and highways; contact your local police department for reckless driving on city streets and county roads.

    Top Reporting Unattended Kids in Vehicles

    Dial 911 if you suspect an unattended child left in a vehicle is in danger from excessive heat or cold. Remain with the vehicle, if possible, until authorities arrive.

    Top Reporting Unattended Pets in Vehicles

    Call the local police department or animal control unit if you feel an unattended pet inside a vehicle is at risk.

     
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