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SECTION      5 TEEN DRIVING LAWS



         TEXTING & CELL PHONES


         Texting and Cell Phone
         Use While Driving
         Georgia has a hands Free Law   (HB
         673) that mandates that drivers    are
         not allowed to hold or support a   phone
         for any reason. A phone can   only be
         used with headphones, a   wireless
         device, phone holder or   mounted

         device.   Penalties are fines and


         points added to your   driving  record
         increasing    for  each conviction.

















         Hands Free Georgia Law (HB 673)



         Since July 1, 2018, pursuant to 40-6-241(c), all drivers operating a motor
         vehicle on any highway of this state. Holding or supporting, with any part of

         the body, a wireless telecommunications device or stand-alone electronic
         device.


         •      Writing, sending or reading any text-based communication, including a
         text message, instant message, e-mail or internet data.



         •      Watching, recording, or broadcasting a video or movie.


         Penalties
         •      1st conviction – 1 point and fine not more than $50.00
         •      2nd conviction – 2 points and fine not more than $100.00
         •      3rd or more convictions – 3 points and fine nor more than $150.00












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