Idaho § 49-943 - Windshields to be unobstructed and equipped with wipers
Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 49-943 — Windshields to be unobstructed and equipped with wipers, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 49-943. Windshields to be unobstructed and equipped with wipers
(1) No person shall drive any motor vehicle with any sign, poster, or other nontransparent material upon the front windshield, side wings, or side or rear windows of the vehicle which obstructs the driver’s clear view of the highway or any intersecting highway.
(2) The windshield on every motor vehicle shall be equipped with a device for cleaning rain, snow, or other moisture from the windshield, which device shall be constructed as to be controlled or operated by the driver of the vehicle.
(3) Every windshield wiper upon a motor vehicle shall be maintained in good working order.
[49-943, added 1988, ch. 265, sec. 261, p. 707.]
Source: official Idaho text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 49-943
What does Idaho Statutes § 49-943 cover?
Section 49-943 ("Windshields to be unobstructed and equipped with wipers") 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 § 49-943?
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