Just out of curiousity. Motorcycle.com is here to help, with a look at each state’s laws, beginning with Alabama. I wouldn't want to chase a motorcycle and risk killing others or myself. (Information current as of August 2013.) The answer is that it depends entirely on the specific circumstances. There are no laws that prohibit pursuits. The police are allowed to chase a motorcycle if it is seen to be in breach of a certain law. What is the no chase law? I myself always wondered what the laws were regarding this and if all the different views, opinions, and stories I had heard over the years were accurate or not. There ARE department policies in each department that state when/where/how an officer may pursue someone. Is there a 'No Chase Law' in the state of Iowa? Can police chase motorcycles? Crossing state, or county lines for that mattter, does not matter. (b) Motorcycles shall not be operated more than two abreast in a single lane. or; What constitutes a high speed chase? Again, that is determined by department policies. This will no doubt get a lot of hate and well deserved hate but I'm fairly new to biking been on my R6 for about 6 months now. I'm guessing that all you really can do is radio in a description and hope that karma catches up with him/her. Asked in Des Moines, IA | Mar 9, 2017 . (a) All motorcycles are entitled to full use of a lane and no motorcycle vehicle shall be driven in a manner as to deprive any motorcycle of the full use of a lane. RELATED: Take a look at the full chase policy (.pdf) Another change involves motorcycles. We are not going to chase those vehicles.” In fact, those familiar with the problem say some of the drivers come from other areas on stolen bikes because D.C. is known for its no-chase policy. I've heard that there is and have found a few websites saying there is supposed to be. Over a week ago, a group of riders was spotted crossing the Key Bridge into Arlington. 01-17-2011, 11:30 AM. Alabama holds a rather unique position as the only state in the Union where anyone 16 and older is allowed to operate a motorcycle without a license. This subsection shall not apply to motorcycles operated two abreast in a single lane. I … Saved Save. 12; § 20-146.2. Today I was heading home from my gfs dorm and got on the highway around 10 pm, no traffic kind of in the country and decided to get on my bike for the 2nd time ever. Q&A. Florida No Pursuit Law? For example, the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department has rules against engaging in dangerous motorcycle pursuits. It is especially difficult in some areas because of strict no-chase policies for police. i was wondering if anyone could provide me with any hard info on this Law. Is there a 'No Chase Law' in the state of Iowa? (Information current as of August 2013.) When a motorcyclist is going well over 100mph swerving in and out of traffic can an Iowa police officer keep chasing the motorcyclist. Im not sure if this is a common question or not but I witnessed something pretty odd. But is it a real state law or just more of an unwritten rule?