New Year, New Rules: “As a new year begins, I am proud to give law enforcement the ability to fully enforce the Wireless Communications While Driving law,” Gov. Ron DeSantis said in a news release. From 2014 through 2018, the Sunshine State saw more than 19,000 crashes involving smartphone use. Distracted driving slows your reaction […]
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ConTEXT Is Everything: Florida’s New Texting While Driving Law
Texting while driving is a serious problem on Florida roadways, especially in Tampa. On July 1, 2019 a new law will go into effect making texting and driving a primary offense. What will be the impact on Floridians? Read on. HB 107 makes driving while texting a primary offense, meaning law enforcement can stop motorists […]