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SB 1310 is no longer active.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 Governor05/14/2012 - Senate Passes Simitian Bill To Strengthen Hands-Free and No Texting Laws