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AZ HB2359

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/5/2014

Primary Sponsor

Karen Fann

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Origin

House of Representatives

Fifty-first Legislature - Second Regular Session (2014)

AI Summary

  • Adds prohibition on instruction permit holders (age 15.5+) using wireless communication devices while driving, except in emergencies where stopping is impossible or creates additional hazard.

  • Adds prohibition on Class G licensees (age 16-18) using wireless communication devices while driving for first six months of license, with same emergency exception.

  • Establishes that peace officers cannot stop or cite drivers solely for wireless device violations; another motor vehicle law violation must be present.

  • Creates civil penalties for Class G licensees violating wireless device restriction: $75 maximum for first violation, $100 for second, and $100 plus 30-day license suspension for third or subsequent violations.

  • Effective date of June 30, 2015 for amendments to Arizona Revised Statutes sections 28-3154 and 28-3174.

Legislative Description

Teenage drivers; communication devices prohibited

Last Action

Referred to Senate TRANS Committee

3/11/2014

Full Bill Text

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