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2012 SESSION

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HB 415 Wireless telecommunications device; prohibits using while operating a moving motor vehicle, penalty.

Introduced by: Vivian E. Watts | all patrons    ...    notes | add to my profiles

SUMMARY AS INTRODUCED:

Operation of moving motor vehicle while distracted; penalties.  Prohibits the operation of a moving motor vehicle while engaged in other activities, such as using a wireless telephone or other wireless telecommunications device without a hands-free apparatus, searching for an item, or personal grooming. Current law specifically prohibits the use of a handheld personal communications device to send or read an email or text message while operating a moving motor vehicle. The bill allows for certain exceptions, including the use of a citizens band radio. The offense would be a secondary offense punishable by a $40 fine on the first offense and a $100 fine for each subsequent offense.

FULL TEXT

• 01/10/12  House: Prefiled and ordered printed; offered 01/11/12 12103144D  pdf | impact statement

HISTORY

• 01/10/12  House: Prefiled and ordered printed; offered 01/11/12 12103144D
• 01/10/12  House: Referred to Committee on Militia, Police and Public Safety
• 01/25/12  House: Assigned MPPS sub: #2
• 02/14/12  House: Left in Militia, Police and Public Safety