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FL S0644
Bill
AI Summary
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Prohibits operating a motor vehicle on a street or highway while dialing, sending, listening to, or speaking on a cellular telephone, unless using a headset or hands-free device.
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Exempts law enforcement officers, emergency vehicle operators, and persons using cellular telephones to report illegal activity, summon emergency help, or prevent injury or property damage.
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Classifies violations as noncriminal traffic infractions punishable as nonmoving violations under Florida law.
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Restricts enforcement to secondary action only when a driver has been detained for a separate violation of traffic or motor vehicle statutes.
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Takes effect July 1, 2011.
Legislative Description
Use of Cellular Telephones
Last Action
Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
5/7/2011