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2007 SESSION

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HB 233 Cellular telephones; prohibits use while driving.

Introduced by: Dwight Clinton Jones | all patrons    ...    notes | add to my profiles

SUMMARY AS INTRODUCED:

Use of certain wireless communication devices by operators of motor vehicles; fine.  Provides that, except in certain emergency situations, the operator of a moving motor vehicle is prohibited from using any wireless communication device unless the device is equipped for hands-free communication and is being used in that manner. A driver may not be fined more than $50 for violating this section and no driver demerit points would be assessed.


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