Wireless Communications Device Law
Yes there are laws regarding texting while driving in many states.
The "no texting while driving" law is not very enforceable.
Many states in the United States have banned texting on cell phones while driving.
Osha is trying to ban texting and driving by teaming up with the Department of Transportation to pass a law saying it is illegal to use a cell phone while driving
The "No Texting While Driving" law was implemented in many regions to address the dangers of distracted driving. In the United States, states began enacting these laws in the late 2000s, with the first law passed in Washington in 2007. These laws aim to reduce accidents caused by texting and other forms of mobile device use while operating a vehicle. Penalties for violations typically include fines and points on the driver's license.
Indiana law bans the use of cellphones while driving for those under 18, and bans texting while driving for all drivers. The offense is a primary offense, which means you do not have to have another offense to be stopped. Ohio law bans the use of cellphones while driving for those under 18 and texting while driving is banned for all drivers. The offense is a primary one for those under 18 and a secondary offense for those 18 and older.
Yes, its a law isn't it.
2011
Yeah iT was illegal ages ago
the most causes for car accidents is texting or on your cellular phones which is obviously against the law so texting while driving can cause a serious accident or a trip to down town. by amere lavilette
Illinois is currently in the process of making it illegal to drive while talking or texting on a cell phone while driving. It was approved in the senate, as of May 2009, and is waiting to be signed by the governor.
They've have finally passed the law making it illegal to be texting and driving in Illinois.