Yes. Under North Carolina law, if you are operating or riding on a motorcycle, you must wear a motorcycle safety helmet that complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 218. The helmet must have a:
Thick inner lining
Department of Transportation (DOT) sticker
Manufacturer’s label permanently attached inside
The NC DOT reports that most riders are riding slower than 30 mph when a crash occurs and that helmets can cut both the number and severity of head injuries in half at these speeds.
Tip: Some people assume that if they are not wearing a helmet during an accident they will automatically be denied compensation. Not true! A lawyer may be able to help.