Full question:
Is use of cellular phone while driving permitted in Oregon?
- Category: Automobiles
- Subcategory: Traffic Laws
- Date:
- State: Oregon
Answer:
In Oregon, using a cell phone while driving is generally allowed. However, drivers under 18 with a learner's permit or intermediate license are prohibited from using cell phones while driving. This includes texting, which is banned for all drivers in 14 states and the District of Columbia.
Enforcement of these rules is secondary, meaning officers can only ticket drivers for these offenses if they are stopped for another violation. The penalty for a first offense is a $97 fine for a traffic infraction.
It's important to note that talking on a mobile phone can distract drivers and increase the risk of accidents, even if it doesn't require taking their eyes off the road as texting does.
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