Rep. Causer reminds: Texting While Driving Ban Goes into Effect March 8

Texting While Driving Ban Goes into Effect March 8

A state law that bans texting while driving will take effect Thursday, March 8. The new law prohibits drivers of all ages from using interactive wireless communication devices for the purposes of reading, writing or sending a text message or email while operating a motor vehicle.

Texting while driving is classified as a primary offense, allowing a law enforcement officer to pull over a driver solely for that offense. Anyone who is found texting while driving will face a $50 fine.

Any driver who reads, selects or enters a phone number or name in an interactive wireless communication device for the purpose of making a phone call will not be in violation of the texting ban.