2/18/03-A Wisconsin lawmaker has introduced legislation to prohibit drivers' use of cellular phones.
AB58, introduced by Rep. Carol Owens, R-Oshkosh, would make using a cell phone while driving a primary offense, meaning police could pull over any driver seen talking on a phone.
Violators could be fined as much as $400. The bill would exempt emergency calls.
Owens told Land Line she plans to add an amendment to the measure permitting "hands-free" devices.
The bill is in Assembly highway safety committee. For bill status, call 1-800-362-9472.