California lawmakers have recently introduced a new bill that, if passed, would increase the penalty for using your handheld device while driving to a $310 fine for first-time violators. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, approximately 80 percent of automobile accidents are related to driver distraction. One of the most frequent and dangerous forms of distraction is cell phone use. In fact, it is listed as the number two safety concern on the road, with aggressive driving/speeding as (read more)
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26
Apr
2011
Drivers Face Higher Fees for Talking, Texting
A law approved by the Senate on Monday says drivers must pay $500 if they are pulled over for talking or texting on their handheld device.
Read MoreIn San Rafael on Thursday, an unoccupied vehicle rolled onto the freeway, causing a mid-day traffic jam on Highway 101.
Read MoreIn a race to plug California’s gaping $25 billion plus budget deficit, the Highway Patrol is issuing more tickets than ever before. Car accident lawyer news
Read MoreNewport Beach and Costa Mesa police departments are cracking down on distracted drivers like never before. Mounting zero tolerance traffic patrols in April
Read MoreA young woman from Sonora was involved in a tragic collision Monday morning in Calaveras County, and new evidence has emerged which shows the 22-year-old was texting with her boyfriend when the crash happened
Read MoreCHP teams are more regularly combating texting while driving by issuing tickets to violators.
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07
Dec
2010
Distracted Driving Rates Remain High in Belmont
The Belmont Police report a high number of distracted driving cases, caused by drivers texting or using their cell phones while driving.
Read MoreThe company Try Safety First is attempting to put a device in all cell phones which would disable texting and emailing features if the owner is driving.
Read MoreA distracted driving campaign in California catches many violators who use hand-held phones or text and drive. Accident Caused by Distraction? (800) 232-7070
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