Tag Archives: Hands-free Laws
DC, Virginia and Maryland Distracted Driving Laws: A Commuter’s Guide
DC, Virginia and Maryland all ban holding a phone while driving, but fines and rules differ. A side-by-side commuter guide checked against each statute.
Maryland Work Zone Cameras and Distracted Driving: Fines, Rules and What Is Not Law Yet
Maryland work zone speed camera fines, checked against the statute, plus the state’s phone laws and the status of proposed distracted driving cameras.
Virginia Reckless Driving and Distracted Driving: When a Phone Ticket Becomes a Crime
In Virginia, holding a phone is a $125 infraction, but reckless driving is a Class 1 misdemeanor with up to 12 months in jail, and phone use adds a $250 minimum fine.
Maryland Distracted Driving Statistics 2026: What the Data Shows
Zero Deaths Maryland reports an average of 210 deaths and 21,799 injuries a year from distracted driving. The state and national numbers, explained.
New Jersey Distracted Driving Law: Fines From $200 to $800 and What Is Allowed
New Jersey bans handheld phone use while driving, with fines from $200 to $800, points and a possible suspension for a third offense. Here is what is allowed.
Indiana Distracted Driving Law: Hands-Free Rules, Fines and Points
Indiana bans holding or using a phone while driving. Here are the fines, the 4 license points, the under 21 rule, and your rights during a stop.
Ohio Distracted Driving Law: Fines, Points and What You Can Still Do
Ohio bans holding or using a phone while driving, with some surprising exceptions. Here are the fines, points, course option and teen driver rules.
Nevada Distracted Driving Law: Hands-Free Rules, Fines and Points
Nevada bans texting and handheld calls while driving. Here are the $50 to $250 penalties, demerit points, work zone rules and tips for Las Vegas visitors.
Colorado Distracted Driving Law: The Hands-Free Rules, Fines and Points
Colorado requires all drivers to go hands-free since 2025. A first offense costs $75 and 2 points, and can be dismissed with proof of a hands-free accessory.
Arizona Distracted Driving Law: Hands-Free Rules and the 2026 Penalty Increase
Arizona bans holding a phone while driving. A 2026 law raised repeat fines to $400 and added $150 for motorcycle crashes. Here is what is allowed and what IIHS found.