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NY S00100
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/5/2011
Primary Sponsor
Ruben Diaz
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AI Summary
- Amends the definition of "using" a portable electronic device while driving to include viewing, taking or transmitting images; playing games; and composing, sending, reading, viewing, accessing, browsing, transmitting, saving or retrieving e-mail, text messages, or other electronic data
- Creates a rebuttable presumption that a person holding a portable electronic device in a conspicuous manner while operating a motor vehicle is using such device, with evidence to the contrary allowed
- Removes the requirement that a summons for violation can only be issued when there is reasonable cause to believe the operator committed another violation of state law
- Maintains the penalty for violation as a traffic infraction punishable by a fine of not more than one hundred fifty dollars
- Takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Relates to the use of portable electronic devices.
Last Action
REFERRED TO TRANSPORTATION
1/5/2011
Committee Referrals
Transportation1/5/2011
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