No, Wyoming law prohibits any act that distracts from driving, including applying makeup, under Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 31-5-231(a). While no statute explicitly names makeup, courts interpret this as a form of distracted driving, risking citations under reckless or inattentive driving statutes. Local jurisdictions, such as Cheyenne Police Department, enforce this through traffic stops, particularly near schools or high-incident zones.
Key Regulations for Applying Makeup While Driving in Wyoming
- Distracted Driving Statute (Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 31-5-231(a)): Prohibits any activity that diverts attention from safe operation, including grooming. Violations may result in fines up to $750 under recent 2026 amendments.
- Reckless Driving (Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 31-5-202): Applying makeup may constitute reckless conduct if it impairs vehicle control, leading to misdemeanor charges and potential license suspension.
- Local Enforcement Policies: Teton County and Laramie County prioritize distracted driving enforcement, with officers issuing warnings or citations based on observed impairment, regardless of specific activity.
Wyoming’s 2026 traffic safety initiatives emphasize “hands-free” compliance, expanding distracted driving definitions to include visual, manual, and cognitive distractions. Courts have upheld citations for makeup application under these broader interpretations, citing the Wyoming Department of Transportation’s 2025 distracted driving guidelines.