Helmet laws for motorcycles in Utah When it comes to reasons why people don't wear motorcycle helmets, Craig Swapp has heard it all. By: The PLACE and last updated 2021-07-15 16:10:08-04 It's motorcycle season! We talked with Personal Injury Attorney Craig Swapp about the current law about wearing helmets on motorcycles, whether you're the driver or the passenger. From the Utah Code: As of May 2017, no person under the age of 21 may operate or ride a motorcycle without protective headgear that complies with federal regulations. Those who don't comply will be cited. But, Swapp highly recommends everyone put on a helmet before getting on a bike. He says it's common knowledge that people who wear helmets fare better in accidents overall than those who don't.