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Brigitte · 07-01-2008, 08:35 AM

Washington had a law go into effect in January I think that bans texting while driving. Their hands free law starts today. I, however, live just across the border in Idaho, where we have no laws about it yet (that I know of). My car has bluetooth built in though, so it's hard to forget it

katiesue · 07-01-2008, 10:00 AM

The articles I've read - texting wasn't included because at the time the law was drafted, in I think 2001, it wasn't an issue.

I also saw a quote from someone in law enforcment that texting could be included in just general negligent driving so they don't need a specific law for it.

Kevy Baby · 07-01-2008, 10:47 AM

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A text messaging law would be nigh unenforceable. With calling, it's blatantly obvious if you're holding your phone to your face. With texting, just hold it below window height and what are they going to do?

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Originally Posted by katiesue

I also saw a quote from someone in law enforcment that texting could be included in just general negligent driving so they don't need a specific law for it.

I've heard this from several sources.

Cadaverous Pallor · 07-01-2008, 03:37 PM

Started using the bluetooth and actually, it's a snap. Today I had to sit on hold for a while and instead of holding a phone to my ear, I went with the bluetooth and did chores while I waited. I've decided to turn it on when I'm driving more than around the block and keep it on the seat for quick access when the phone rings. I really don't like wearing it if I'm not using it. Turning it on and off is a success so far. I don't drive much anyway.

Gemini Cricket · 07-01-2008, 03:45 PM

Apparently, cops are pulling people over left and right. According to a news report I saw while getting my hair cut.

I like this law. Too many dinglecheeses on their cell phones not paying attention to what they're doing. Granted, I happen to be posting this from my car, but I'm exempt from my own logic.

BarTopDancer · 07-01-2008, 03:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Gemini Cricket

Apparently, cops are pulling people over left and right. According to a news report I saw while getting my hair cut.

Good. Enforcement is going to be a big deterrent. Fines start at $20 for the first offense and go up from there. It would be nice if there were harsher penalties. Business people who live on their phones may not care about the smaller fines.

SzczerbiakManiac · 07-01-2008, 03:45 PM

Does this law only cover phone usage? I ask because I wonder if I can still legally use my electric shaver while driving.

Gemini Cricket · 07-01-2008, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by SzczerbiakManiac

Does this law only cover phone usage? I ask because I wonder if I can still legally use my electric shaver while driving.

If a cop notices that your driving is impaired because of it, they can give you a ticket. In fact, if it hinders you in any way, drinking coffee could get you a ticket.

Chernabog · 07-01-2008, 03:56 PM

I should probably actually read the actual WORDING of the law here, but are you just not allowed to put the phone up to your ear?

I mean, if I call my voice mail, for instance, I STILL need to pick up the handset and dial in the password digits.

EDIT: OK I am a tard, I should have read the last page of posts which answered my question.

Kevy Baby · 07-01-2008, 04:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Chernabog

OK I am a tard

TYVM

07-01-2008, 08:35 AM	#1
Brigitte Whatcha doin'? Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Loungin' with the kids Posts: 418	Washington had a law go into effect in January I think that bans texting while driving. Their hands free law starts today. I, however, live just across the border in Idaho, where we have no laws about it yet (that I know of). My car has bluetooth built in though, so it's hard to forget it
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katiesue Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: San Diego Posts: 4,678	The articles I've read - texting wasn't included because at the time the law was drafted, in I think 2001, it wasn't an issue. I also saw a quote from someone in law enforcment that texting could be included in just general negligent driving so they don't need a specific law for it. __________________ My life is so exciting I can hardly stand it.
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Cadaverous Pallor ohhhh baby Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Parental Bliss Posts: 12,364	Started using the bluetooth and actually, it's a snap. Today I had to sit on hold for a while and instead of holding a phone to my ear, I went with the bluetooth and did chores while I waited. I've decided to turn it on when I'm driving more than around the block and keep it on the seat for quick access when the phone rings. I really don't like wearing it if I'm not using it. Turning it on and off is a success so far. I don't drive much anyway. __________________ The second star to the right shines in the night for you
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Gemini Cricket ... Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 13,244	Apparently, cops are pulling people over left and right. According to a news report I saw while getting my hair cut. I like this law. Too many dinglecheeses on their cell phones not paying attention to what they're doing. Granted, I happen to be posting this from my car, but I'm exempt from my own logic.
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SzczerbiakManiac "ZER-bee-ak" Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 4,409	Does this law only cover phone usage? I ask because I wonder if I can still legally use my electric shaver while driving. __________________
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Chernabog Biophage Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: The Moon Posts: 2,679	I should probably actually read the actual WORDING of the law here, but are you just not allowed to put the phone up to your ear? I mean, if I call my voice mail, for instance, I STILL need to pick up the handset and dial in the password digits. EDIT: OK I am a tard, I should have read the last page of posts which answered my question. __________________ And they say back then our universe Was a coal black egg Until the god inside Burst out and from its shattered shell He made what became the world we know ~ Bjork (Cosmogony)
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