New Laws Restrict Cell Phone Usage

June 25, 2008 · Posted in The Law 
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Effective July 1, 2008, the state of California will impose new cell phone laws that contains the following high points:

  • Anyone under the age of 18 can not use a wireless phone or mobile service device. This includes telephones equipped with a hands-free device.
  • Anyone 18 and older can not use a wireless phone unless equiped with hands-free operation.
  • The law permits a driver, regardless of age, to use a wireless telephone for emergency purposes.
  • $20 fine for the first offense and not more than $50 for each subsequent offense.

For more information take a look at the California Department of Motor Vehicles


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