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SB 1310: Cell Phones and Texting While Driving (2012)

Summary

Senate Bill 1310 would strengthen the state’s hands-free and anti-texting laws for motorists.  The bill would:

  • Increase the fine for a first hands-free or texting offense to $30, and to $60 for a subsequent offenses;
  • Provide that repeat violations of the hands-free law will add a “point” on motorists’ driving records; and,
  • Use a portion of the increased fine revenue to provide for a public awareness program.

After the bill passed the Legislature, Senator Simitian sent a letter to the Governor urging his signature. 

Final Status and Text

SB 1310 is no longer active. Its final status was:
Vetoed by the Governor

You can read its final text on the Legislature's Bill Information site.

News & Press Releases about SB 1310

08/28/2012 - Simitian Bill To Strengthen Hands-Free and No Texting Laws Heads to the Governor

05/14/2012 - Senate Passes Simitian Bill To Strengthen Hands-Free and No Texting Laws