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New Louisiana Drivers Law: Prohibits Texting or Handheld Cell Phone use while driving

By The Banner staff
The Banner of Bernice, Louisiana
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Louisiana Senate Bill 863: Prohibits texting and handheld cell phone use for all drivers. This does not include hands free operation of mobile phones and use of two way radios. Primary offence. Fines of $175 plus court costs, and then $500 for any other offense. Primary enforcement will begin Aug 15, 2010. Please aware all drivers and employees whom may be traveling in or thru the State of Louisiana of this new law.



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Original Publication Date: August 19, 2010

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