Section 304.005

Title XIX MOTOR VEHICLES, WATERCRAFT AND AVIATION

Chapter 304

Effective - 14 Oct 2016, 3 histories, see footnote   (history) 

  *304.005.  Autocycle—defined—protective headgear not required, when—valid driver's license required to operate. — 1.  As used in this section, the term "autocycle" means a three-wheeled motor vehicle on which the drivers and passengers ride in a completely enclosed, tandem seating area that is equipped with air bag protection, a roll cage, safety belts for each occupant, and antilock brakes and that is designed to be controlled with a steering wheel and pedals.

  2.  Notwithstanding subsection 2 of section 302.020, a person operating or riding in an autocycle shall not be required to wear protective headgear if the vehicle is equipped with a roof that meets or exceeds the standards established for protective headgear.

  3.  No person shall operate an autocycle on any highway or street in this state unless the person has a valid driver's license.  The operator of an autocycle, however, shall not be required to obtain a motorcycle or motortricycle license or endorsement pursuant to sections 302.010 to 302.340.

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(L. 2016 H.B. 1976)

*Effective 10-14-16, see § 21.250.  H.B. 1976 was vetoed July 1, 2016. The veto was overridden on September 14, 2016.