No. Idaho’s distracted driving laws prohibit any activity that diverts attention from the road, including applying makeup. While not explicitly banned, it may violate Idaho Code § 49-1401A, which prohibits driving while engaged in conduct that impairs safe operation. Local jurisdictions like Boise and Ada County may enforce stricter interpretations under municipal codes.
Key Regulations for Applying Makeup While Driving in Idaho
- Idaho Code § 49-1401A prohibits driving while engaged in conduct that distracts from safe operation, which courts have interpreted to include grooming activities like makeup application.
- Local ordinances in Boise and other municipalities may impose additional penalties, as seen in recent 2026 traffic safety initiatives targeting visual distractions.
- Case law suggests that even momentary inattention—such as glancing away to apply lipstick—could constitute reckless driving under Idaho’s broad distracted driving statute.
Violations may result in fines up to $1,000, license suspension, or higher insurance premiums. Law enforcement agencies, including the Idaho State Police, actively monitor for such behaviors under distracted driving enforcement campaigns. Courts have upheld citations where makeup application demonstrably impaired vehicle control.