In California is it true that now its illegal to talk on your cell phone while you are driving?

Question

and that its only legal if you use an earpiece?

Answer 1

Tracy is mistaken.

A bill requiring cell phone users to use headsets or other handsfree devices while driving was approved by the state Assembly Thursday.

A recent study by the California Highway Patrol found that cell phones were responsible for more distracted driving accidents than eating, smoking, kids, pets, and personal hygiene combined, said the bill's author, Assemblyman Joe Simitian, D-Palo Alto.

Answer 2

No. Not yet, but it's in the works. You should still use your earpiece/bluetooth while driving.

NoSunHere ~ I live in CA and currently it is not illegal to drive while talking on your phone while driving, although it should be. There have been several attempts to pass the law, but none have passed.

Answer 3

It SHOULD be illegal everywhere!!!! I have had more idiots pull out in front of me, cut me off, or just plain drive down the middle of the highway because they are talking on a cell phone. NOTHING can be that important.

Answer 4

Laws against cell phones come in different varieties.New jersey, Nwe york and the district of VColombia require drivers to use to use a hands-free cell phone.School drivers are not allowed to talk on cell-phone, except for emergencies.In Arizona,Arkansas,Carlifornia,The distict of Columbia,Deleware,Illinois,Massachusetts,New Jersey,Rhode Island and Tenessee. Teen drivers are banned from talking on cell phone in The district of Columbia,maine and New Jersey .

Answer 5

Yes. All true. And judging by some of the dumba** people I've seen doing it in my state, I can't say I'm against it.

Answer 6

It's true in New York, the ear piece doesn't change a thing.

Answer 7

It should be in every state. Along with eating and putting on makeup.

Answer 8

yes it is

Answer 9

i sure hope so.