§ 27-51-1504 — Use of wireless telecommunications device when driving

(a) (1) Except as otherwise provided in subsection (b) of this section, a driver of a motor vehicle shall not operate a motor vehicle while using a wireless telecommunications device to: (A) Engage in texting; or (B) Access, read, or post to a social networking site. (2) A driver of a motor vehicle is not in violation of subdivision (a)(1) of this section if he or she reads, selects, or enters a telephone number or name in a wireless telecommunications device for the purpose of making a telephone call. (b) A person is exempt from the requirements of this section if he or she is: (1) Performing official duties as a certified law enforcement officer, firefighter, ambulance driver, or emergency medical technician; (2) Operating a motor vehicle while using a wireless telecommunications device to: (A) Report illegal activity; (B) Summon medical or other emergency assistance; or (C) Prevent injury to a person or property; or (3) A physician or healthcare provider using a wireless telecommunications device for emergency medical purposes.

Legislative History

Amended by Act 2019, No. 738,§ 4, eff. 7/24/2019. Amended by Act 2017, No. 706,§ 3, eff. 8/1/2017. Acts 2009, No. 181, § 1.