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MN SF2648

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/13/2014

Primary Sponsor

James Carlson

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Origin

Senate

88th Legislature 2013-2014

AI Summary

  • Prohibits operating a motor vehicle while using a handheld wireless communications device to compose, read, or send electronic messages or make cellular phone calls when the vehicle is in motion or part of traffic
  • Exempts hands-free mode usage, emergency assistance calls (traffic accidents, medical emergencies, serious hazards, or crime prevention), use when a person's life or safety is in immediate danger, and authorized emergency vehicles performing official duties
  • Establishes a petty misdemeanor offense with a $100 fine for first violation
  • Increases fines to $200 for a second violation and $300 for a third or subsequent violation
  • Elevates a violation to a misdemeanor offense if the driver commits three or more violations within a two-year period

Legislative Description

Cell phone use while driving prohibition

Last Action

Referred to Transportation and Public Safety

3/13/2014

Committee Referrals

Transportation and Public Safety3/13/2014

Full Bill Text

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