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New Law Banning Cell Phones Here

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New Law Prohibits Cell Phones While Driving

On January 1, 2010, changes to the Motor Vehicle Act make it illegal to use handheld devices, including cell phones, while driving. A driver caught talking on a hand-held phone or electronic device will be fined $167. A driver caught texting or emailing will be subject to the fine and three penalty points.
 
Drivers will be permitted to use only hands-free cellphones and devices that require only one touch to activate. For new drivers in the Graduated Licensing Program (GLP), there will be a full ban on all cellphone and electronic devices, including hands-free. 

 

A person may use an electronic device in a hands-free telephone function while driving if:
  • The electronic device, as well as any part or extension of it, is not held or operated by the hand; and
    • It is voice-activated or requires only one touch in order to initiate, accept or end a call; and
  • If the device includes an earpiece, that earpiece can be worn in one ear only and must be placed on the ear prior to driving*; and
  • The electronic device is securely fixed to the vehicle or worn securely on the person’s body, and is within easy reach of he driver’s seat; and 
  • The device must be installed in a manner that does not obstruct the driver’s view of the front or sides of the motor vehicle or interfere with the safety or operating equipment of the motor vehicle.
  • *Motorcyclists are exempt from the one ear requirement and may have an earpiece in both ears.

    • Note1: Manual dialing is prohibited and is treated as texting.

    Note2: Any type of electronic device with a hands-free telephone function may be used for oral communications if used in a completely hands-free manner as described above.


    More details on what is permitted and what is prohibited under the legislation is at: http://www.pssg.gov.bc.ca/osmv/publications/index.htm.

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