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CO HB1225

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/30/2014

Primary Sponsor

Jovan Melton

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Origin

House of Representatives

2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Adds "using an application" to existing prohibition on wireless telephone use (text messaging and data entry) while driving for adults 18 and older
  • Prohibits adults 18 and older from making or receiving phone calls while driving unless using a hands-free device
  • Defines "hands-free device" as a wireless telephone or motor vehicle equipment allowing use without the operator's hands
  • A driver cannot be cited for the phone call violation unless a law enforcement officer stopped them for another traffic violation in a school or construction zone, or the violation caused a traffic accident
  • First violation is a class A traffic infraction with a $50 fine; second or subsequent violations carry a $100 fine
  • Takes effect July 1, 2014

Legislative Description

Require Hands-free Telephones When Driving

Last Action

House Committee on Transportation & Energy Postpone Indefinitely

4/10/2014

Committee Referrals

Transportation and Energy1/30/2014

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