Grace Period is Over.
Laws in Washington State requiring the use of hands free devices for talking while driving, and prohibiting texting while driving went into effect almost two years ago. So why is it news again?
Because on June 10, 2010 talking without a hands free device or texting while driving are now primary offenses, which means they don’t need any other reason to pull you over; and there will be no “Grace Period”. “Drivers have already had nearly two years to adjust their driving habits,” said WSP Chief John R. Batiste. “We will fully enforce this law from day one.” A ticket will cost you $124, more if your distracted driving causes an accident.
The texting and cell phone restrictions are intended to save lives and reduce injuries by removing the two most common sources of distracted driving. So, the moral of the story…
HANG UP AND DRIVE!
