![Is it Illegal to Drive With an Ice-Covered Windshield in Michigan?](http://townsquare.media/site/84/files/2023/11/attachment-Untitled-design-2023-11-27T105808.285.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Is it Illegal to Drive With an Ice-Covered Windshield in Michigan?
As Michigan encounters its first snow and ice of the season, it seems like the perfect time for a friendly reminder about the state's regulations regarding ice and snow-covered vehicles.
See Also: Is It Illegal to Warm Up Your Car In Your Driveway in Michigan?
How many times have you witnessed someone driving down the road with only a small patch of snow or ice removed from their windshield? Just enough that they can see only what's in front of them.
Michiganders know how dangerous this is but for some reason, they do it anyway.
![Mix 95.7 logo](https://townsquare.media/site/44/files/2021/06/512.jpg?w=100)
Is it Against the Law to Drive With Ice and Snow on Your Windshield?
Yes, driving with snow or ice covering your windshield is against the law in Michigan, even if you clear a spot to see out of.
Driving with an ice-covered windshield can significantly impair your ability to see the road and other vehicles. In Michigan, you can be ticketed for driving with obstructed visibility, and it may also be considered a violation of basic traffic safety laws.
That ice and snow make it extremely difficult to see. Plus, it could easily slide up your windshield and into the air, ultimately slamming down onto other cars around you.
According to WILX, Michigan is one of 11 states that prohibit driving a vehicle without clearing snow from it. This includes headlights, your roof, taillights, brake lights, and all exterior lights.
Give yourself some extra time and clean off that vehicle.
These 10 Michigan Towns Experience The Worst Snowfall
Earliest First Snowfall Dates for Michigan Cities
Gallery Credit: jrwitl
All 83 Michigan Counties Ranked On The Amount Of Snow Per Year
More From Mix 95.7
![Amber Heard Settles Defamation Suit With Johnny Depp](http://townsquare.media/site/442/files/2022/06/attachment-depp-heard-trial.jpg?w=980&q=75)
![Gone to Pot: Michigan Marijuana Prices Reach An All-Time Low](http://townsquare.media/site/689/files/2022/12/attachment-Untitled-design-2022-12-19T123426.075.jpg?w=980&q=75)
![These Are The Best Christmas Towns In Michigan](http://townsquare.media/site/84/files/2022/12/attachment-chirs1.jpg?w=980&q=75)
![Michigan Woman Says a Phone Store Employee Wiped Out Her Savings Account](http://townsquare.media/site/87/files/2022/12/attachment-Womans-money-stolen-by-cellphone-store-employee.jpg?w=980&q=75)
![Detroit Has Been Named The ‘Neediest’ City in America](http://townsquare.media/site/44/files/2022/12/attachment-LauraTemplate-3.jpg?w=980&q=75)
![Grand Rapids Ornaments Get A Little Spooky This Christmas](http://townsquare.media/site/44/files/2022/12/attachment-Lish-2022-12-19T083030.973.jpg?w=980&q=75)
![That Time Disney Reminded People, Ohio Is The Worst, And Banished A Leprechaun To Cleveland](http://townsquare.media/site/690/files/2022/12/attachment-BANISHED.jpg?w=980&q=75)
![Airbnb says Grand Rapids Man Is Michigan’s Top New Host of 2022](http://townsquare.media/site/44/files/2022/12/attachment-Lish-2022-12-19T074912.434.jpg?w=980&q=75)
![Did You Know the Inspiration for Elaine on ‘Seinfeld’ Lives in Grand Blanc?](http://townsquare.media/site/87/files/2022/12/attachment-Untitled-design-2022-12-19T064751.103.jpg?w=980&q=75)