Michigan Driving & Vehicles Laws (2026)

Michigan does not have any laws prohibiting driving barefoot. The Michigan Vehicle Code does not specify footwear requirements for drivers. Driving barefoot is legal as long as the driver maintains control of the vehicle.

Michigan law does not explicitly allow lane splitting and it is generally considered illegal. Motorcycles must operate within a single lane and not weave between lanes of stopped or moving traffic. No statute explicitly authorizes lane splitting, and it can be cited under reckless driving or unsafe lane usage.

License plate covers are restricted in Michigan. No significant legislative changes since 2023, but there is a continued emphasis on ensuring that plates are not obstructed.

Radar detectors are legal for use in private passenger vehicles in Michigan. There is no state statute prohibiting possession or use of radar detectors in non-commercial vehicles.

Radar jammers are federally illegal in all states including Michigan under FCC regulations. There have been no recent legislative changes in Michigan regarding laser jammers.

Right turn on red is legal in Michigan after coming to a complete stop and yielding to pedestrians and cross traffic, unless a sign prohibits it at a specific intersection. No significant statewide changes have been made in 2023-2024, but local municipalities may restrict turns at specific inters...

Michigan law prohibits the use of studded tires at all times to protect its roads. There are no exceptions for winter weather.

Michigan law permits window tinting on the front side windows with a minimum of 35% VLT. The rear side and back windows may be tinted to any darkness. Reflective or mirrored tint is prohibited on all windows. These rules are found in Michigan Vehicle Code, MCL 257.709.