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NY S00100

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/5/2011

Primary Sponsor

Ruben Diaz

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Origin

Senate

2009-2010 General Assembly

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

Full Bill Text

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