SET 3C — Cell Phones, Distraction & Driver Conduct

Is using a handheld cell phone while driving legal?

No. It is unsafe and illegal.

What should an adult driver generally use when using a cell phone?

Hands-free mode, when necessary.

What should you do if your phone rings while driving?

Let the call go to voicemail.

If you absolutely need to make or return a call, what should you do?

Pull safely off the road.

Can you read or send text messages while driving?

No.

Can a minor use a cell phone to answer calls or send or respond to texts while driving?

No.

What is the exception allowing a minor to use a cell phone while driving?

To make a call for emergency assistance.

Can a mounted cell phone block your view of the road?

No.

Where can a cell phone be mounted?

On the windshield, dashboard, or center console, as long as it does not block your view.

How many swipes or touches may you use on a mounted cell phone?

A single swipe or touch.

What are some common driving distractions besides phones?

Looking at navigation, children, or pets; changing music or volume; applying makeup; or shaving.

What should you do if you need to deal with something that is distracting you?

Safely pull off the road rather than doing it while driving.