What You Need To Know About Hands Free Driving Laws
Nowadays everyone has a cell phone and using a cell phone in the car is just another area to use the cell phone. It’s true, however, that being distracted while driving can cause serious accidents and be dangerous for you and for other drivers. One distraction is undoubtedly the cell phone and now there hands free cell laws coming into effect. Here is what you need to know about hands free driving laws.
State Bans
Currently there are 6 states that are banning the use of handheld cell phone use while driving. California, New York, Oregon, Connecticut, New Jersey and Washington have all banned handheld cell phone use while driving. Most states ban cell phone use for new driviers and no state has completely banned cell phone. What about texting? 18 states have prohibited texting while driving.
Either way, it’s best to not use a handheld cell phone anytime you are in the car. Invest in bluetooth technology as this will free your hands for driving.
