How much does a ticket for not wearing a bicycle helmet cost in california?

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Kasra

I'm 14 and i recently got a ticket for not wearing a bicycle helmet and i have no clue on what to do. The cop didn't give me clear instructions. I heard him say that the fine is $150 but that sounds like way too much. I've heard its $25 but i'm not sure. Does anyone know the price and does anyone know what i have to do cuz i have no idea. This is also my first one.

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dude i just went to court the other day for not wearing a bicycle helmet. im 18, but when i got it two months ago i was 17. if this is the first ticket you got just go to court (an hour before the given time cause the line is a bitch) and plead guilty and they'll let you off with a warning, next time you get a ticket you'll have to pay the fine, about $20-30 me thinks

Is there a bicycle helmet law in California?

Arn

I've heard there is no federal law that requires bicycle helmets if you are 18 and over. Can anyone confirm this??

Thanks.

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In general, no. There are some park bicycling trails where there's a signs saying "Helmet required." Others say under 18 has to wear a helmet. But for the most part, no. I live and bike in California and I don't wear a helmet unless I'm riding my motorcycle. Then it's a state law.

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