With the recent snowfall in the area, many drivers are wondering if it is legal to drive with snow on your car in Kansas?

 

Here is what Kansas law says:

 

 (a) 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 such vehicle which substantially obstructs, obscures or impairs the driver's clear view of the highway or any intersecting highway.

(b) No person shall drive any motor vehicle with a damaged front windshield or side or rear windows which substantially obstructs the driver's clear view of the highway or any intersecting highway.

 

The important part is that your windshield and side and rear windows need to be clear so you can see the road and other traffic.

 

As for the snow on your roof and hood...clearing that snow is helpful because it keeps snow and ice from flying off of your vehicle and hitting other cars. Clearing your hood will also help keep that snow from blowing onto your windshield and obstructing your view.

 

Remember to slow down, drive with your lights on, and leave plenty of room between you and the car in front of you.