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Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles
Driver License Related Services:
Online insurance update - Use Driver License Check to update your insurance information for your fr case.
Online appointments for driver license offices - Use Office Appointments to make an appointment for your visit to your local driver license office.
Online driver license check - Use Driver License Check to determine if your license is currently valid or not.
Online emergency contact information - Use Emergency Contacts to designate family or friends for law enforcement to contact in case of emergency.
Online Social Security number update - Use Driver License Check to update your social security number on your driving record if you have been requested to do so by DHSMV.
Motor Vehicle Related Services:
Online motor vehicle check - Use Motor Vehicle Check to view your vehicle or vessel's record--see when the title was issued, when the registration is due to expire and who the lienholder is.
Online personalized plate check - Use Personalized License Plate Check to check if a particular personalized license plate is available.
DISCLAIMER: The information above is provided for educational purposes only and is not legal advice.
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Florida helmet law
What do I need to do to be able to legally ride a motorcycle without a helmet in the state of Florida?
You need to be at least 21 years of age and have at least $10,000.00 worth of medical coverage insurance to be able to operate or ride upon a motorcycle without a helmet.
Where can I buy PIP insurance for my motorcycle?
You can't. There is no PIP insurance for motorcycles.
Does my PIP insurance on my car meet the insurance requirements for my motorcycle?
NO, you must have $10,000.00 medical payment insurance or some type of healthcare coverage that does not exclude motorcycles with at least $10,000.00 in coverage.
Which insurance companies offer this type of coverage?
a) Alpha Property and Casualty Insurance - they cover both rider and passenger b) Progressive Insurance Company - they cover both rider and passenger c) Dairyland Insurance
How much does Medical Payment coverage on my motorcycle cost?
The cost of the coverage depends on your driving record.
Do I have to carry liability insurance on my motorcycle?
It is not required but the above companies require you purchase it to get the Medical Payment insurance coverage.
Can I legally wear my novelty helmet?
If you meet the age requirement and have the proper insurance coverage.
Does my health insurance meet the insurance requirements for my motorcycle?
If it does not exclude motorcycles and has at least $10,000.00 in healthcare benefits. If in doubt request a Certificate of Coverage from your insurance company.
My wife is covered under my company's health insurance, but her name is not on our health insurance card. How does she prove she has insurance?
Carry the top page of your policy that states her name or that it covers family members. If in doubt request a Certificate of Coverage from your insurance company.
Does my VA Benefits meet the insurance requirements for my motorcycle?
Only if you are retired or 100% disabled. Contact your local VA office for confirmation of your coverage.
Does Medicare or Medicaid meet the insurance requirements for my motorcycle?
Yes. If in doubt request a Certificate of Coverage from your insurance company.
Does my passenger have to have his or her own insurance?
Not if your insurance covers both you and the passenger. If it doesn't then the passenger needs to have his or her own insurance coverage.
If I'm not a resident of Florida, what do I need to ride without a helmet in Florida?
You need to be at least 21 years of age and have at least $10,000.00 worth of medical coverage insurance to be able to operate or ride upon a motorcycle without a helmet.
Will the police stop me for not wearing a helmet?
They have stated that they would not stop someone for just a helmet violation, unless they feel they do not meet the age requirement.
Approved Motorcyclist Helmet List from the Florida Highway Patrol
http://www.fhp.state.fl.us/html/helmet.html
DISCLAIMER: The information above is provided for educational purposes only and is not legal advice.
