SB1141 Summary

• Amends Arizona Revised Statutes Title 28, Chapter 3, Article 5 by adding section 28-696 to establish a distracted driving prohibition.

• Prohibits a person from driving a motor vehicle while distracted, defined as engaging in activities unrelated to driving that visibly interfere with safe vehicle operation.

• Violation occurs when a driver engages in distracting activities AND either creates an immediate hazard to persons or property or fails to maintain reasonable vehicle control to avoid collisions.

• Changes the article heading from "Reckless and Aggressive Driving" to "Driving Violations" to reflect the expanded scope of regulated driving conduct.