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California Goes Hands-Free


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September 15, 2006 By

Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger signed SB 1613, which was passed by legislators on August 31, that would prohibit the use of a cell phone in a moving vehicle unless the driver is using a hands free device.

"The simple fact is it's dangerous to talk on your cell phone while driving. CHP data show that cell phones are the number one cause of distracted-driving accidents," said Schwarzenegger. "So getting people's hands off their phones and onto their steering wheels is going to make a big difference in road safety. The 'Hands-Free' cell phone bill will save lives by making our roads safer."

Specifically, SB 1613 will:
  • Prohibit the use of cell phones by drivers unless the driver is using a hands-free device starting July 1, 2008.
  • Allow drivers of commercial vehicles to use push-to-talk phones until July 1, 2011.
  • Allow drivers to make emergency phone calls without using a hands-free device.
  • Allow drivers of emergency response vehicles to use cell phone without a hands-free device.



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