6/5/09-A bill died in committee that sought to allow police to ticket drivers under age 18 caught using an electronic communications device, such as a cell phone, while behind the wheel.
Sponsored by Senate Transportation Chairman Carey Baker, R-Eustis, S212 would have authorized police to ticket violators only after pulling them over for another offense, such as speeding or failure to signal. Offenders would have been assessed one point on their driver’s licenses.

3/13/09-A bill that is in multiple committees would allow police to ticket drivers under age 18 caught using an electronic communications device, such as a cell phone, while behind the wheel.
Sponsored by Senate Transportation Chairman Carey Baker, R-Eustis, S212 would authorize police to ticket violators only after pulling them over for another offense, such as speeding or failure to signal. Offenders would be assessed one point on their driver’s licenses.
For bill status, call 850-488-4371. In Florida, call 800-342-1827.

1/21/09-A bill prefiled for the 2009 regular session would allow police to ticket drivers under age 18 caught using an electronic communications device, such as a cell phone, while behind the wheel.
Police could ticket violators only after pulling them over for another offense, such as speeding or failure to signal. Offenders would be assessed one point on their driver’s licenses.
Sponsored by Senate Transportation Chairman Carey Baker, R-Eustis, S212 is awaiting assignment to committee for the session that begins in March.
For bill status, call 850-488-4371. In Florida, call 800-342-1827.