Full question:
Is use of cellular phone while driving permitted in South Dakota?
- Category: Automobiles
- Subcategory: Traffic Laws
- Date:
- State: South Dakota
Answer:
South Dakota does not have any laws prohibiting the use of cellular phone while driving. In South Dakota, there is no law prohibiting people from using hand held cellular phone while driving. Young drivers as well as bus drivers are also not prohibited from using cellular phone while driving. Sending or receiving text messages are also not banned.
Generally, talking on a mobile phone while driving cause a driver to be distracted and increases the chance of accidents. Because of this, many state and local governments have made it illegal to use a cell phone while driving.
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