Distracted Driving - Legislation and Fines
As of February 1st, 2010 it is illegal for drivers to use any hand-held communications or entertainment devices while driving. This includes the following:
- Cell phones
- MP3 players
- Hand- held GPS systems
- Laptops
- DVD players
If you are caught using any of these devices while driving you will be fined as follows:
Offence |
Retribution |
Driving with cell phone |
$155 ticket |
Careless driving with cell phone |
Additional $1000 + 6 demerit points |
Dangerous driving with cell phone |
Additional $2000 |
Other Distractions
Hand held electronic devices are not the only driver distractions. Other distractions include hands-free cell phones, eating and drinking, and applying makeup. When driving focus on the task at hand and make the roads a safer place.