Driving an ATV or UTV around town is going to feel a lot more like driving a car. Effective June 1, operators and passengers are required to wear seat belts and are prohibited from towing objects carrying a person. Operators also will see new window tint restrictions and higher fines for intentionally causing damage with an ATV or UTV.

Department of Natural Resources Conservation Warden Chris Kratcha said the new rules come as more people are using ATVs and UTVs as part of their daily routine, and many are getting hurt.

Kratcha said there have already been 16 fatalities linked to ATV and UTV use in 2026, compared with 42 total fatalities in 2025.