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OK SB1601

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/17/2014

Primary Sponsor

Brian Bingman

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Origin

Senate

2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits operators from using wireless communication devices while driving in school zones during reduced speed limit hours, with exceptions for hands-free devices.

  • Defines "wireless communication device" based on 47 U.S.C. Section 332 commercial mobile service standard and "hands-free device" as speakerphone or equipment allowing hands-free operation.

  • Establishes fines up to $250 for violations, increasing to $500 if the violation results in an accident.

  • Provides affirmative defenses for emergency calls to emergency services, hospitals, fire departments, medical facilities, or police departments.

  • Exempts authorized emergency vehicle operators and FCC-licensed radio frequency device operators; becomes effective November 1, 2014.

Legislative Description

Motor vehicles; prohibiting the use of a wireless communication device while driving; penalties. Effective date.

Motor Vehicles and Transportation

Last Action

Second Reading referred to Public Safety

3/19/2014

Committee Referrals

Public Safety3/19/2014
Public Safety2/13/2014
Rules2/4/2014

Full Bill Text

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