SB 5487 - DIGEST


Provides that any person operating a moving motor vehicle while holding a wireless communications device to his or her ear is guilty of a traffic infraction.

Does not apply to a person operating: (1) An authorized emergency vehicle;

(2) A moving motor vehicle using a wireless communications device in hands-free mode;

(3) A moving motor vehicle who uses a hand-held wireless communications device to: (a) Report illegal activity; (b) Summon medical or other emergency help; (c) Prevent injury to a person or property.