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New York Distracted Driving Law

Summary

Drivers are prohibited from using handheld mobile telephones or portable electronic devices to talk, text, or view images while the vehicle is in motion.

Rights & Rules

  • 01.
    Right to use handheld devices to communicate an emergency to 911 or medical providers
  • 02.
    Right to use hands-free technology such as Bluetooth or speakerphone

Penalties

  • 01.
    Fines between $50 and $450 depending on the offense number
  • 02.
    5 points added to the driver's license record

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