Helmet laws
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Bicycle helmets are compulsory in Victoria.
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| Approved helmets have the Australian Standard mark |
Bicycle helmets became compulsory in Victoria on 1 July 1990. By law, Victorians must wear a helmet that has been approved to Australian Standards.
The law applies on roads, bike paths, bike lanes, shared and segregated footways and in other public places such as recreational parks and car parks.
Fines
There is a $146 fine for not wearing a securely fitted and approved bike helmet.
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