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'Hands Free' Bill Sent to Governor
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April 11, 2019
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27:42Now PlayingBeginning August 1, Minnesota drivers will no longer be able to hold their cell phones while driving, according to a bill passed by the Senate Thursday, April 11, and sent to the governor. Governor Tim Walz said he would sign the bill.
The bill requires drivers to use their cell phone in a hands-free manner for voice activated calls. Texting is currently illegal, and using a cell phone for navigation or music would be allowed if used without holding the phone, typing or scrolling.
The penalty for violating the law is a gross misdemeanor, which carries a $50 fine for the first violation and a $275 fine for subsequent violations. The new law does not apply to drivers in vehicles legally parked outside of traffic of for emergency calls.
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