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OK SB1355

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/1/2010

Primary Sponsor

Susan Paddack

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Origin

Senate

2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits drivers 18 years of age or younger from using wireless telecommunication devices to write, send, or read text messages, instant messages, or emails while operating a motor vehicle on public roads

  • Exempts law enforcement officers, firefighters, emergency vehicle operators performing official duties, and physicians/health care providers communicating about patient care or medical emergencies

  • Allows exceptions for reporting illegal activity, summoning emergency help, preventing injury, using GPS navigation, and transit operators communicating with dispatchers via permanently affixed devices

  • First violation carries a fine up to $100; subsequent violations up to $250; fines double if the driver is involved in a crash at the time of violation

  • Enforcement is secondary only, meaning officers can only cite for this violation when the driver is already detained for another alleged traffic violation

Legislative Description

Motor vehicles; limiting use of telecommunication device. Effective date.

Motor Vehicles and Transportation

Last Action

Second Reading referred to Public Safety and Homeland Security

2/2/2010

Committee Referrals

Public Safety and Homeland Security2/2/2010

Full Bill Text

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