Oklahoma Motorcycle Laws

In Oklahoma, The Number to CALL if You FALL is 1-877-Biker-LAW

 

OKLAHOMA MOTORCYCLE LAWS*

 

Oklahoma motorcyclists are protected under Oklahoma motorcycle law that makes negligent drivers responsible and liable to Oklahoma motorcyclists. An Oklahoma biker involved in a motorcycle accident in Oklahoma may obtain compensation for his or her injuries that were caused by the other driver’s negligence. Damages may include payment for pain and suffering, scarring, disfigurement, loss of enjoyment of life, economic loss, no fault benefits, and more. What follows are some of the relevant law involving motorcycles in the State of Oklahoma

 

If you sustained an injury due to an Oklahoma motorcycle accident and you haven’t contacted a lawyer about your Oklahoma motorcycle accident, the best thing you can do for yourself is contact us NOW. We’ll listen to you and help you understand your options. If you have a case, we’ll help you find the best motorcycle accident injury attorney or law firm in your area. As an attorney who litigates these cases, I belong to many trial lawyer and motorcycle lawyer groups and have gone out of my way to find the best motorcycle attorneys in each state. Even the phone call is free, and there is no obligation. Don’t wait until it’s too late, make a simple call and talk to attorney Jason Waechter, The Motorcycle Lawyer.   1-877-Biker-Law (1-877-245-3752).

 

Ø      Oklahoma is an at-fault state. This means that the law of negligence governs motor vehicle accidents. The person who is found to be “at fault” for the accident can be held accountable for your injuries and damages in your Oklahoma motorcycle accident.

 

Ø      Oklahoma Helmet Law:  When riding on, or operating, an Oklahoma motorcycle, if you are under the age of 18 a helmet must be worn by law.

47 Okl.St.Ann. § 12-609

§ 12-609. Motorcycles--Required equipment

B. No person under eighteen (18) years of age shall operate or ride upon any motorcycle unless such person is properly wearing a crash helmet of a type which complies with standards established by 49 C.F.R., Section 571.218.

 

Ø      Oklahoma Eye Protection Law: A person riding on or operating an Oklahoma motorcycle must wear eye protection, unless the Oklahoma motorcycle is equipped with a windscreen.

 

47 Okl.St.Ann. § 12-609

§ 12-609. Motorcycles--Required equipment

 

2. A windshield of sufficient quality, size and thickness to protect the operator from foreign objects, except that in lieu of such windshield, the operator shall wear goggles or other protective eyewear which meets American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Standard Z87.1 and provides positive retention, or a face shield of material and design to protect the operator from foreign objects

Ø      Oklahoma Statute of Limitations: If you are injured in an Oklahoma motorcycle accident, and wish to bring suit against the at-fault party, this claim must commence within 2 years from the date of your Oklahoma motorcycle accident.

12 Okl.St.Ann. § 95

Title 12. Civil Procedure

Chapter 3. Limitation of Actions

§ 95. Limitation of other actions

 

3. Within two (2) years: An action for trespass upon real property; an action for taking, detaining, or injuring personal property, including actions for the specific recovery of personal property; an action for injury to the rights of another, not arising on contract, and not hereinafter enumerated; an action for relief on the ground of fraud--the cause of action in such case shall not be deemed to have accrued until the discovery of the fraud;

 

Ø      Oklahoma Minimum Insurance Requirements:  There are minimum insurance requirements for your Oklahoma motorcycle. In Oklahoma, the minimum insurance requirements are Compulsory Liability Insurance for your Oklahoma motorcycle.

 

·        Bodily Injury Liability (one person): $10,000

·        Bodily Injury Liability (all persons in one accident): $20,000

·        Property Damage Liability: $10,000

 

Ø      Oklahoma UIM Coverage: Uninsured or Underinsured Motorist Coverage may protect you if you are injured in an Oklahoma motorcycle accident.

 

·        Underinsured Motorist: If you are injured by an at-fault driver who does not have adequate insurance to cover your injuries resulting from your Oklahoma motorcycle accident, underinsured motorist coverage may protect you.

 

·        Uninsured Motorist: If you are injured by an at-fault driver who does not have any insurance to cover your injuries resulting from your Oklahoma motorcycle accident, uninsured motorist coverage may protect you.

 

·        Hit & Run: If you are injured in an Oklahoma motorcycle accident by a hit & run driver, or the at-fault driver is not able to be identified, uninsured motorist coverage may also protect you in this situation.

 

*There are many exceptions, special definitions and complex issues that cannot be explained in this material. It is not intended to be a substitute for specific legal advice. Your legal rights greatly depend on the facts of your accident.

 

*Law changes constantly. Do not rely on this information. Law is vast and can not be covered in this limited space.

 

***Law portion of site in progress. Oklahoma motorcycle law regarding Oklahoma motorcycle accidents is being drafted and will be updated soon. Please call our firm for a free consultation to see if you have a case.