Tim Schaffer voted Yea (Passage) on this Legislation.
Title: Amends Distracted Driving Penalties
Title: Amends Distracted Driving Penalties
Vote to pass a bill that amends distracted driving penalties by creating an additional fee for moving violations that involve use of a handheld device.
Authorizes an additional fine of $100 for an individual who commits a driving offense while distracted, and the distracting activity was a contributing factor in causing the offense (Sec. 1).
Defines “Distracted” as using a handheld electronic wireless communications device while operating a vehicle or (Sec. 1):
Is engaging in any activity that is not necessary for the operation of a vehicle and impairs the ability of the operator to drive the vehicle safely.
Exempts the utilization of the following electronic devices while operating a vehicle from this bill, including, but not limited to (Sec. 1):
The device’s speakerphone function; or
Any device that is physically or electronically integrated into the motor vehicle.
Specifies that an offender will still be required to pay the established fine for the driving offense but can elect to attend a distracted driving safety course which upon completion will exempt them from the additional $100 fine (Sec. 1).
Title: Amends Distracted Driving Penalties