Politics & Government

Anti-Texting Law Goes Into Effect March 8

A new law prohibiting texting while driving goes into effect in Pennsylvania March 8.

A law prohibiting a driver from reading, writing and sending text-based communication while driving will go into effect in Pennsylvania March 8.

According to PennDOT, text-based communication includes text messages, instant messages, e-mails, Internet browsing or any other type of written communication on cell phones, smart phones, personal digital assistants, portable or mobile computers or similar devices. 

This texting ban does not include the use of a GPS, a system or device that is physically or electronically integrated a the vehicle, or a communications device that is affixed to a mass transit vehicle, bus or school bus.

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This summary offense institutes a $50 fine for convictions.


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