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Powell Officials Praise Governor DeWine’s Signing of Distracted Driving Bill as Crucial Safety Measure

Rocky VanBrimmer
Last updated: 2023/01/04 at 3:02 AM
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COLUMBUS, Ohio — Governor Mike DeWine signed Senate Bill 288 on January 3, making holding or using a cell phone while driving a primary offense in Ohio. This means that law enforcement may stop and issue citations to drivers solely for the use of a cell phone while driving.

According to a statement from the City of Powell Facebook page, “This is a significant step forward in the fight against distracted driving and will surely help reduce the number of crashes and fatalities on our roads.”

The new law includes exceptions for using a cell phone in certain circumstances, such as when the vehicle is parked or stopped at a red light. Drivers are also allowed to swipe their phones to answer a call and hold their phones to their ears during phone conversations. Emergency calls are permitted in all circumstances.

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In February 2021, the Ohio State Highway Patrol recorded video of a distracted driver hitting a telephone pole along state route 315. The new legislation aims to provide stiffer penalties for distracted driving in order to prevent similar accidents.

“Holding or using a cell phone while driving is a dangerous and irresponsible behavior that puts the lives of the driver and others at risk,” said Governor DeWine. “I hope that this legislation will help create a cultural shift around distracted driving and make it clear that it is just as deadly as driving under the influence.”

Senate Bill 288 will go into effect in 90 days. During the first six months after the effective date, law enforcement will issue warnings to drivers found violating the law. After this grace period, law enforcement will have the authority to issue citations with penalties including a fine of up to $150 for a first offense and up to $300 for subsequent offenses.

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Rocky VanBrimmer January 3, 2023
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