Mississippi does not have a law that specifically prohibits vaping (using an e-cigarette or vape device) while driving a vehicle. Vaping is legal for adults in Mississippi, and the state’s vaping laws focus mainly on age restrictions, sales regulations, and where vaping is allowed in public spaces—not on use inside private vehicles.
Distracted Driving Laws Apply
While vaping itself is not explicitly banned behind the wheel, Mississippi does have distracted driving laws. These laws primarily target texting, social media use, and handheld device use while driving.
The law does not mention vaping, eating, drinking, or other forms of distraction by name. However, if vaping causes you to lose focus and drive unsafely, you could still be cited for distracted or careless driving under general traffic safety statutes.
DUI and Impairment
If you are vaping a substance that impairs your ability to drive—such as cannabis or any illegal drug—you could be charged with DUI (driving under the influence), which carries serious penalties in Mississippi. Vaping legal nicotine products, however, does not fall under DUI laws unless it impairs your driving.
Key Points
- Vaping nicotine or tobacco products while driving is not illegal in Mississippi.
- Vaping cannabis or any substance that impairs your driving is illegal and can result in a DUI charge.
- If vaping distracts you and causes unsafe driving, you could be cited under distracted driving laws.
You can legally vape and drive in Mississippi as long as you are not impaired and remain attentive to the road. However, if vaping leads to distracted or reckless driving, you may face legal consequences under general traffic safety laws. Always drive safely and avoid distractions.
Sources:
- https://www.trustedchoice.com/distracted-driving/mississippi-laws/
- https://www.artisanvaporcompany.com/vaping/is-vaping-legal-in-mississippi-what-you-need-to-know/
- https://www.1call.ms/blog/distracted-driving-laws-in-mississippi/
- https://norml.org/laws/drugged-driving/mississippi-drugged-driving/