Idaho § 49-612
Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 49-612, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 49-612.
Obstruction to driver’s view or driving mechanism. (1) No person shall drive a vehicle when it is so loaded or when there are in the front seat a number of persons exceeding three (3), as to obstruct the view of the driver to the front or the sides of the vehicle, or as to interfere with the driver’s control over the driving mechanism of the vehicle.
(2) No passenger in a vehicle shall ride in a position as to interfere with the driver’s view ahead or to the sides, or to interfere with his control of the driving mechanism of the vehicle.
(3) No vehicle shall be operated when the windshield and/or windows of the vehicle are coated with ice, snow, sleet, or dust to the extent that the driver’s view ahead, or to the sides or rear of the vehicle are obstructed.
[49-612, added 1988, ch. 265, sec. 149, p. 657.]
Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 49-612
What does Idaho Statutes § 49-612 cover?
Section 49-612 is part of the Idaho Statutes, the codified statutory law of Idaho. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Idaho § 49-612?
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Is this the official text of Idaho law?
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How does Idaho § 49-612 apply to my situation?
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