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more about #laws more comments → something_unique_and_descriptive: You might want to make a distinction between where it's a primary and secondary offense. Here in Washington it's secondary, so the law has done nothing. more » TimTim: I love that first picture: Texting, wheel canted in a mild left turn, impending collision with at least two lanes of oncoming traffic. Really drives ... more » atlasspanked: It should be legal in all 50 states to head-shot anyone who's texting while driving. Keerist, I know people who can't let an incoming text go 10 seco... more » jdoubleh: Matt, Georgia should be on the 5th map, as it hasn't passed anything yet. HB19, HB21, and HB23 are all still being kicked around. more » engineerd: I'm sure we all drive enough that we have learned to spot someone on their phone before we are within sight of the driver. Going 10 under then speedi... more » mytdawg: First of all I want to know what is so damn important that these weenies need to be on the phone so much. I swear some of these idiots can't go 5 fri... more » tonyfreak215: These laws are good in spirit, but just aren't enforceable. Is a cop going to pull me over just for holding up my phone? What if i was just checking t... more » Maymar: Depending on what trim that Cobalt is, doing something dumb like texting might be the only way to make the drive exciting. I mean, exciting in the sam... more » dwegmull comments for the purpose of obscurity: Having learned to drive in France where traffic laws are the same across the entire country, I'm always surprised by the wild differences from state t... more » Van Sarockin, rogue trebuchet: Just don't do it. Texting and using cellphones takes your attention away from driving. Driving deserves your full attention. Using your thumbs to t... more » sectachrome: New Jersey also has a full ban in effect even though it doesnt show it on there for some reason. I know because I got a $100+ ticket for it. more » Rushkie: Why would you disseminate information about where it's legal or not? It's still a dumbass move no matter what. I hope they put jammers in all new cars... more » tempesjo: The thing is, all of these laws are going to have to be amended again to include pizza making provisions. more » Captain Slow and his Flying Washing Machine: good 2 kno. y is there a line of cars bhind me O shi7 going 40 in 55 ttyl more » wrx-tyrannosaurusWrx: Alright. I know its dangerous, but if I want to text while driving, then I'm gonna do it. Its also illegal in Maryland, where I live, but you know wha... more » -
#rulesoftheroad
The US Atlas Of Texting-While-Driving Laws
Driving requires constant attention — yet people are seemingly spending more time staring at iPhones to text friends. It's dangerous and that's why it's becoming illegal in more states. A guide to where and how the laws work below. More » -
#government
Detroit Lawmaker Proposes Texting-While-Driving Ban, Angers Youth
A Detroit legislator is trying for the second time to put a stop to texting while driving in Michigan, pursuing legislation levying a misdemeanor and hefty fine on perpetrators. More » -
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#rulesoftheroad
Rules Of The Road: Jalopnik Guide To Cell Phone Usage Laws
(The 10th amendment of the US Constitution created a patchwork quilt of state laws related to driving, which is why Jalopnik sorts through the red tape to bring you detailed guides to driving topics such as teenage driving, speed limits, open containers, dehorsing and lemon laws.) More »
