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California Law Bans Cell Phone Use While Driving

By Walin & Klarich

A new California Vehicle Code prohibits individuals from using a wireless telephone while driving unless that telephone allows for hands-free listening and talking. Eliciting a fine of $20 for a first offense and $50 for each subsequent offense, this law went into effect July 1, 2008. The law permits a driver to use a wireless telephone in cases of emergencies to call law enforcement, the fire department, or other emergency services agencies. Operators of authorized emergency vehicles or vehicles on private property are exempt from this law. In addition, individuals operating commercial motor trucks or tractors, excluding pickups, are permitted to use to a two-way radio with a ?push-to-talk? feature. While one may use a Bluetooth or earpiece device, both ears cannot be covered...continue to full post

Full post as published by Southern California Criminal Defense Blog on July 08, 2008 (boomark / email).