Using a mobile phone
Use of hand-held devices
It is a motoring offence to use a hand-held device that sends or receives data electronically, when driving. These include:
- Mobile phones
- Personal computers
- Satellite navigation systems
You are legally allowed to use hands-free devices.
Using any such device (whether hand-held or hands-free) makes you four times more likely to crash as they are major distractions that will hinder your concentration.
PUNISHMENT:
This traffic offence can result in three penalty points and a fine of up to £1,000. If you are also involved in an incident at the same time the penalties could be much more severe and you will be dealing with a more complex case.
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