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Minnesota Driving and Hands-Free Cell Phone Legislation

Minnesota does have a cell-phone law for drivers under the age of 18. This driving law was signed by the Governor of Minnesota in 2005 and went into effect on January 1st, 2006. The cell-phone law prohibits drivers that are permit and provisional license holders from using a cellular or wireless telephone while the vehicle is in motion. The law specifically states that a hands free device cannot be used and that there are exceptions for emergency situations.

Another new bill that is currently active in the Minnesota legislative process is HF 41. If the bill gains momentum, it would prohibit the use of cell-phones while operating a motor vehicle. If the bill does pass it would be enforced as a secondary offense which means the driver would have to initially be pulled over for a primary offense such as speeding or running a red light. This bill is being carried over to the 2008 legislative session and has not been enacted.

More Information Minnesota's Hands-Free Driving Law

Here is the State of Minnesota's government website that information regarding the cell-phone driving law.

State Website- Information on Minnesota's Cell-Phone Driving Law

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