No, Missouri law prohibits any activity that diverts attention from driving, including applying makeup, under §304.012.1 RSMo, which bans “distracted driving.” Local ordinances in St. Louis and Kansas City mirror this stance, with 2026 updates clarifying enforcement against visual-manual distractions.
Key Regulations for Applying Makeup While Driving in Missouri
- §304.012.1 RSMo explicitly prohibits “any activity that is not necessary to operate the vehicle,” including makeup application, under distracted driving statutes.
- Local ordinances in municipalities like St. Louis and Kansas City enforce stricter interpretations, with 2026 amendments targeting “grooming behaviors” as primary offenses.
- Enforcement trends show police prioritizing visual-manual distractions, with citations rising 18% in 2025 under updated Missouri State Highway Patrol guidelines.