Full question:
Under the laws of Indiana, is it an offence to use a cell phone while driving?
- Category: Automobiles
- Subcategory: Traffic Laws
- Date:
- State: Indiana
Answer:
In Indiana, there is no law banning conversations on a cellular phone while driving. However, drivers under the age of eighteen are prohibited from using cell phones while driving, including sending or receiving text messages.
It's important to note that using a cell phone can distract drivers and increase the risk of accidents. Many states and local governments have made it illegal to use a cell phone while driving due to these concerns. The increased crash risk associated with both hands-free and handheld cell phone use raises questions about the effectiveness of laws that only prohibit handheld use while allowing hands-free use. Currently, no state in the U.S. prohibits hands-free cell phone use while driving. Texting while driving is particularly dangerous as it requires a driver to take their eyes off the road, unlike talking on a mobile phone, which may not require looking away (except when dialing).
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