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12/13/05-A bill in the Assembly Law and Public Safety Committee would permit police to pull over drivers solely for violating the state’s hand-held cell phone ban.
A4525, sponsored by Assemblyman Peter Barnes, D-Edison, has been sent to the full Assembly for further consideration.
Currently, drivers can only be cited for using a handheld phone when they are stopped for another offense, such as speeding.
Existing New Jersey law fines drivers between $100 and $250 for using their cell phones while driving. The rule limits drivers to the use of “hands-free” devices, but still allows drivers to dial, answer and turn on their cell phones.
For bill status, call (609) 292-4840. In New Jersey, call 1-800-792-8630.
An identical Senate bill – S2852 – is awaiting consideration before the full Senate.
A4525, sponsored by Assemblyman Peter Barnes, D-Edison, has been sent to the full Assembly for further consideration.
Currently, drivers can only be cited for using a handheld phone when they are stopped for another offense, such as speeding.
Existing New Jersey law fines drivers between $100 and $250 for using their cell phones while driving. The rule limits drivers to the use of “hands-free” devices, but still allows drivers to dial, answer and turn on their cell phones.
For bill status, call (609) 292-4840. In New Jersey, call 1-800-792-8630.
An identical Senate bill – S2852 – is awaiting consideration before the full Senate.