2016 Delaware Code
Title 21 - Motor Vehicles
CHAPTER 27. DRIVER'S LICENSE
Subchapter I General Provisions
§ 2726. Motorcycle rider education program — Established.

(a) The Department of Transportation shall implement a motorcycle rider education program meeting the requirements of this section and § 2727 of this title and any rules or regulations promulgated by the Department.

(b) Adequate courses shall be provided to meet the reasonably anticipated needs of all persons in the State who are eligible and who desire to participate in such a program.

(c) Courses shall be open to all residents of the State who either hold a current valid driver's license or who are eligible for a motorcycle learner's permit. The course shall be open to all persons in the military service stationed in Delaware and their families.

(d) State assisted or private instructional services may offer courses in motorcycle rider education; provided, however, such course offerings meet the requirements of this section and § 2727 of this title. Such course offerings by State assisted or private instructional services may be reimbursed under this section and § 2727 of this title. The Secretary may also enter into contracts for needed services related to the courses.

(e) The Department of Transportation shall adopt the Motorcycle Safety Foundation Motorcycle Rider Course curricula or establish other equivalent minimum course requirements, designed to develop and instill the knowledge, attitudes, habits and skills necessary for the safe operation of a motorcycle.

(f) The Department shall adopt rules and regulations which are necessary to carry out the provisions of the motor rider education program.

(g) For any person who successfully completes the motorcycle rider education program, the Department's motorcycle written examination and road test shall be waived.

(h) The total budget for the motorcycle rider education program shall be based on the revenue available or estimated to be available in the special account established for the motorcycle rider education program.

65 Del. Laws, c. 27, § 1; 74 Del. Laws, c. 110, §§ 61, 62.;