Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station deputies handed out 88 citations last week to motorists who were unlawfully using their cell phones while driving, according to station officials.
The crackdown is part of the station’s “Heads Up” effort during April, “Distracted Driving Awareness Month” in California.
Here’s more from the station’s social media:
“Remember the days when you needed to make a call while on the road and you had to stop and ‘find a pay phone?’
“When it comes to cell phones and driving, it’s time to revert back to some of those old-fashioned habits.
“OK, you may not need to look for a pay phone — but you can still pull over and stop at a location if you must send that text or make a phone call.
“If you’re afraid friends or family will think you’re ignoring them, set your phone to an auto-text message that will let them know you’re driving.
“Safety first!”
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Remember pulling over in a safe place doesn’t mean on the freeway as its “Emergency parking only” you can get a ticket or warning if you pull over.
Finally action is being taken. I see drivers holding their cells on their ears while driving, not very safe to drive with one hand on the steering wheel; then while on a red light,texting…no concentration at all!!
Thanx.. Keep up the great work… So often we see someone using their phone to text, and I would like to site them myself…
This is one thing i will have to agree with but ive heard the fine is over a thousand dollars that a little exstream.