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HB233: Cellular telephones; prohibits use while driving.
Chief Patron
Del.
Dwight Jones (D-70)
Dwight Jones
(D-70)
Richmond, VA
Served: 1994–
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Status
01/18/2006: In Transportation Committee
Summary
Use of certain wireless communication devices by operators of motor vehicles; fine. Provides that, except in certain emergency situations, the operator of a moving motor vehicle is prohibited from using any wireless communication device unless the device is equipped for hands-free communication and is being used in that manner. A driver may not be fined more than $50 for violating this section and no driver demerit points would be assessed. View Full Text »
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