Oklahoma SB57 prohibits using hand-held devices to text while driving, with exceptions for emergencies and certain technologies.
Oklahoma SB57 amends existing law to prohibit the use of hand-held electronic devices to manually compose, send, or read text messages while driving. Exceptions include hands-free or voice-operated devices, devices integrated into the vehicle, amateur radio use, and emergencies involving emergency responders, hospitals, health clinics, ambulance, firefighting, or law enforcement. The bill also updates fines, costs, and fees, and specifies their distribution to various funds. It disallows confiscation of devices and downloading information unless certain conditions are met.
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