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Pennsylvania, The Latest State With Cell Phone e-Rumors
Pennsylvania became the latest state to have a e-Rumor circulating around the Internet. Other states like Florida and Texas have had similar rumors circulating about hands-free legislation and driving with a cell phone. This latest rumor, circulated by e-mail and internet forums claims it is illegal for drivers in Pennsylvania to use a handheld device. As you can read below, Pennsylvania has legislation in the works for a hands free cell-phone law, however that legislation is still working it's way through the State Government legislative process. Pennsylvania Hands-Free LegislationPennsylvania has hands-free legislation working it's way through the various levels of state government. One of the bills is House Bill 1827. This bill would make it illegal to use hand-held mobile telephones while operating a motor vehicle without the use of a hands-free device. There are exceptions for law enforcement personnel and operators of on-duty emergency personnel. In addition, exceptions are also in place for reporting criminal activity and 911 emergency calls. The fine for violation of this law would be $50. There is an allowance in the legislation for a Hands-Free device such as a bluetooth headset, wired earbuds, or other devices that allow hands-free operation of a cellular device. Currently (September 2007) this legislation has been referred to the "Committee on Transportation" and is awaiting disposition. Pennsylvania also has another bill called Senate Bill 1097. This bill stipulates mobile telephones and hand-held communication devices. Similar to House Bill 1827, Senate Bill 1097 has exceptions built in for law enforcement and 911 calls. The fine for a violation of this law is $100. Hands-Free devices are allowed under the proposed driving law. This legislation has also been forwarded to the "Transportation Committee"
Localities within Pennsylvania with Hands-Free LawsPennsylvania is one of the states that allow localities to determine their own hands-free driving laws. The localities that have their own hands-free driving laws in effect are listed below. Other Pennsylvania Information on this WebsitePennsylvania Drunk Driving Laws, Penalties & Fines Pennsylvania Teen Driving Laws and Insurance Requirements
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